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Tua's Future

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Tua Tagovailoa, the Miami Dolphins quarterback, suffered another concussion, prompting concerns about his future in the NFL. Despite calls for retirement from various figures, Tagovailoa plans to consult neurologists and has no immediate intentions to retire from football.

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Following a concussion during a recent NFL game, Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has confirmed he has no intention of retiring from football. The incident occurred during a match against the Buffalo Bills, marking Tagovailoa's third reported concussion in his career, which has raised significant concern about his long-term health and safety in the sport.

In light of this injury, various members of the sports community, including former players and coaches, have publicly urged Tagovailoa to consider retirement for his well-being. Notably, Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce suggested that he would recommend Tagovailoa step away from the game, amplifying the conversations around player safety in the NFL. Despite this pressure, Tagovailoa remains committed to his career, recently stating through sources that he feels well and is planning to continue playing.

Tagovailoa is scheduled to meet with neurologists for further evaluation and clarity on his health status, and he's being advised on strategies to mitigate future risks. Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel echoed support for Tagovailoa's decision to keep playing, emphasizing the importance of his health and the opinions of medical professionals in guiding his return to the field. While some commentators anticipate changes in the Dolphins’ roster as a precaution, Tagovailoa's commitment signals a determination to overcome challenges stemming from his concussion history.

The conversation surrounding Tagovailoa's future illustrates the broader concerns in the NFL regarding player safety and the critical nature of managing concussions effectively, with many hoping for advancements in protocols to protect athletes.

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Tua Tagovailoa will see a neurologist after latest concussion

The Boston Globe - 121 days ago - While former players and even current Raiders coach Antonio Pierce have said Tagovailoa should retire, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel has emphasized the importance of not offering his opinion.

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/09/15/sports/tua-tagovailoa-concussion-neurologist/

Tua Tagovailoa will see a neurologist this week after suffering another concussion, AP source says

Dayton Daily News - 121 days ago - Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will see a neurologist this week after suffering his fourth diagnosed concussion in five years and his third while in the NFL, a person familiar with his plans told The Associated Press on Sunday.

https://www.daytondailynews.com/nation-world/tua-tagovailoa-will-see-a-neurologist-this-week-after-suffering-another-concussion-ap-source-says/XBJ5L422S5B6DC46KHNOLA5SZE/

Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has 'no plans to retire': report

Fox News - 122 days ago - Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been called upon by experts and fans alike to retire, but he reportedly has no plans to do so as he recovers from his concussion.

https://www.foxnews.com/sports/dolphins-quarterback-tua-tagovailoa-has-no-plans-retire-report

Tua Tagovailoa 'has no plans to retire' from NFL after latest concussion, per report

USA Today - 122 days ago - Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa does not plan to retire after suffering a third concussion in as many years on Thursday night.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/dolphins/2024/09/15/tua-tagovailoa-not-retiring-nfl-concussion/75236661007/

Report: Tua Tagovailoa Has ‘No Plans To Retire’ After His Latest Concussion

UPROXX - 122 days ago - Tagovailoa left Thursday's game against the Bills with a concussion, his fourth diagnosed concussion in the last five years.

https://uproxx.com/sports/tua-tagovailoa-no-plans-retire-latest-concussion/

Tua Tagovailoa has 'no plans to retire' after suffering another frightening concussion

New York Post - 122 days ago - Tua Tagovailoa’s latest scary concussion isn’t deterring his desire to return to the football field.

https://nypost.com/2024/09/15/sports/tua-tagovailoa-has-no-plans-to-retire-after-latest-concussion/

Tua Tagovailoa Has 'No Plans to Retire,' per Report

Sports Illustrated - 122 days ago - Despite many people calling for the Dolphins quarterback to hang up his helmet for good, it doesn't sound like Tagovailoa is ready to.

https://www.si.com/nfl/tua-tagovailoa-no-plans-retire-per-report

Tua Tagovailoa to meet with neurologists after latest concussion

Yardbarker - 122 days ago - Tua Tagovailoa will be sidelined indefinitely after he suffered yet another concussion, and the Miami Dolphins quarterback is planning to meet with specialists to discuss his health. Tagovailoa will meet with neurologists this week, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The former Alabama star is looking to gather information about the severity of his latest concussion to help make an informed decision about his playing future. Tagovailoa’s head slammed into the midsection of a defender after he scrambled for a first down in the third quarter of the Dolphins’ 31-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Thursday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. The former Alabama star immediately showed concussion symptoms and was ruled out minutes after leaving the game. The concussion was at least the third for Tagovailoa in his NFL career, as he also suffered two during the 2022 season. He also suffered at least one concussion while playing at Alabama. Several prominent members of the NFL community have urged Tagovailoa to reti

https://larrybrownsports.com/football/tua-tagovailoa-meet-with-neurologists-concussion/639140

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa Will Meet With Neurologists This Week, per Report

Sports Illustrated - 122 days ago - The quarterback suffered a concussion during Thursday night's loss vs. the Bills.

https://www.si.com/nfl/dolphins-tua-tagovailoa-meet-neurologists-this-week-per-report

Dolphins Rumors: Tua Tagovailoa to Meet with Neurologists After Concussion vs. Bills

Bleacher Report - 122 days ago - Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will meet with neurologists this week, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. "Tagovailoa will be seeking their input…

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10135208-dolphins-rumors-tua-tagovailoa-to-meet-with-neurologists-after-concussion-vs-bills

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa urged to retire after latest concussion

The Japan Times - 122 days ago - Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has faced calls on to retire from the NFL for his own health after suffering his third documented concussion.

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2024/09/15/more-sports/tua-urged-to-retire-after-concussion/

Raiders coach Pierce on Tua: 'I'd tell him to retire'

ESPN - 123 days ago - Raiders coach Antonio Pierce said Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa should retire after suffering his third diagnosed concussion in as many seasons.

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/41246916/raiders-pierce-tua-tagovailoa-tell-retire

Las Vegas Raiders head coach says he’d tell Tua Tagovailoa to retire following latest concussion

CNN - 123 days ago - Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce said he would tell Tua Tagovailoa to retire after the Miami Dolphins quarterback suffered another concussion.

https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/14/sport/raiders-coach-tua-tagovailoa-retire-concussion-spt-intl/index.html

'Concussion' Dr. Bennet Omalu Advises NFL, Dolphins To Retire Tua Tagovailoa

TMZ - 123 days ago - If Dr. Bennet Omalu -- the brain expert credited with the discovery of CTE -- was running either the NFL or the Miami Dolphins ... he tells TMZ Sports he'd force Tua Tagovailoa to retire following his latest head injury.

https://www.tmz.com/2024/09/14/concussion-omalu-advice-nfl-dolphins-tua-retirement/

Eight potential QB options to replace Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa

Yardbarker - 123 days ago - Miami Dolphins starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is out of action for the foreseeable future after suffering another concussion. On Friday, head coach Mike McDaniel said the team would "bring in someone" to compete with backup Skylar Thompson, but having only $7.1 million in available cap space limits the search. With that in mind, here are eight possible options at QB for the Dolphins:  Ryan Tannehill, free agent Selected No. 8 overall in the 2012 NFL Draft, Tannehill began his career with the Dolphins, and a return in the twilight of his career seems fitting. However, the 36-year-old, coming off two injury-shortened seasons dealing with right ankle issues, may not fare well behind an offensive line that could be without injured LT Terron Armstead and LG Robert Jones. Sam Howell, Seattle Seahawks A member of the dreaded 2022 QB class, Howell led the league in interceptions (21) last year and has already been traded once in his short career. However, the 23-year-old had five 300-yard-plus games in 2023, in

https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/eight_potential_qb_options_to_replace_dolphins_tua_tagovailoa/s1_13132_40891639

Tagovailoa is dealing with another concussion. What we know and what happens next

The Globe and Mail - 123 days ago - Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has suffered a third concussion and here’s what comes next

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/football/article-tagovailoa-is-dealing-with-another-concussion-what-we-know-and-what/