Tua Tagovailoa might be heading to the NFC in search of a fresh start. Reports from Jeremy Fowler of ESPN indicate that the quarterback for the Miami Dolphins is being considered by the Minnesota Vikings. Additionally, an unnamed NFL head coach suggested to Fowler during this week”s NFL Combine that fans should “Watch out for Tua in Atlanta.”
Tagovailoa, who previously led the league in passing yards, has been with the Dolphins since they selected him as the No. 5 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. However, his future in Miami seems uncertain as he faces a challenging couple of years, including a season marred by 15 interceptions in 2025. With three years remaining on his lucrative four-year contract worth $212.4 million, the Dolphins are reportedly eager to trade him.
The Vikings find themselves in a complicated quarterback situation. Having potentially moved on from 23-year-old quarterback JJ McCarthy, they are rumored to be exploring options to bring in a more seasoned quarterback, possibly even one contemplating retirement.
On the other hand, the Atlanta Falcons are also in need of a quarterback. Last season saw 25-year-old Michael Penix Jr. struggle before he suffered a season-ending partial ACL tear in November. Furthermore, veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins, a former Pro Bowler, is expected to be released shortly, leaving the team searching for new leadership.
If Tagovailoa does not end up with the Vikings, there remains a possibility that he could find himself less than 700 miles north in Georgia. The offseason promises to be pivotal for the young quarterback as he seeks a new opportunity in the league.
