Tua Tagovailoa breaks silence on Dolphins exit, addresses lingering injury concerns after signing with Falcons

March 25, 2026 - 02:57

Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has publicly discussed his offseason move from the Miami Dolphins to the Atlanta Falcons, breaking his silence on the change that reshaped the NFL's quarterback landscape. The former first-round pick, who signed a one-year deal with Atlanta earlier this month, opened up about the factors behind his exit.

Tagovailoa expressed gratitude for his time in Miami but framed the shift as a necessary new chapter for his career. The decision allows him to reunite with a former college teammate and step into an offensive system he believes is an excellent fit for his skillset.

A significant portion of his remarks focused on addressing persistent concerns about his injury history, particularly multiple documented concussions. Tagovailoa was adamant in stating he feels fully healthy and prepared for the upcoming season. He emphasized his rigorous offseason training regimen and expressed confidence in his physical readiness to lead the Falcons' offense.

The quarterback's arrival in Atlanta immediately elevates the team's expectations for the 2024 season. His proven accuracy and command of an offense will be counted on to revitalize a Falcons unit rich with offensive weapons but lacking consistent quarterback play in recent years. As training camp approaches, all eyes will be on Tagovailoa's integration into his new team and his performance on the field.