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Dolphins Defender Sends Message to Tua Tagovailoa Ahead of Preseason Clash

Dolphins Defender Sends Message to Tua Tagovailoa Ahead of Preseason Clash

Summary

The Miami Dolphins cut quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in March and he now plays for the Atlanta Falcons. The two teams will meet in a preseason game where Dolphins defender Chop Robinson expects a tough game against his former teammate.

Key Facts

  • The Dolphins released Tua Tagovailoa in March, taking a $99 million dead-cap penalty, the largest in NFL history.
  • Tagovailoa signed a one-year contract with the Falcons worth $1.3 million.
  • The Falcons will play the Dolphins in the preseason finale, with Tagovailoa expected to start the game.
  • Dolphins edge rusher Chop Robinson was Tagovailoa’s teammate and now looks forward to competing against him.
  • Robinson said it’s personal when playing against Tagovailoa, not just business.
  • Robinson was Miami’s first-round draft pick in 2024 and is expected to take a bigger role after losses of key defensive players.
  • Tagovailoa is competing for the Falcons’ starting quarterback spot against Michael Penix Jr., who recently returned from injury.
  • The preseason game may be a critical chance for Tagovailoa to secure the Falcons’ starting quarterback job for the regular season.
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