Ian Rapoport: Miami Dolphins Will Trade Tua Tagovailoa

Dolphins' Quarterback Trade Speculation

• 💡 Bobby Slowik, the Dolphins' new offensive coordinator, appeared to be "upselling" Tua Tagovailoa at his press conference, highlighting his grace, leadership, and potential for a redemption story.
• 🏈 NFL insider Ian Rapoport stated he would be surprised if Tua remains in Miami, predicting the Dolphins will trade him and eat a significant portion of his contract (e.g., $30-40 million).
• 📌 Reports from Barry Jackson indicate the Dolphins' preference is to trade Tua, though keeping him has not been entirely ruled out as a less likely scenario.

Exploring Tua's Trade Market

• 📈 A weak quarterback class in the draft might force desperate teams to consider trading for Tua Tagovailoa.
• 🏟️ Potential trade destinations include teams with indoor stadiums or specific coaching ties, such as the Rams, Falcons, Texans, Cardinals, Colts, and Vikings.
• 🔑 The speaker also suggested watching wherever Daryl Beville lands on a coaching staff, as that could indicate another potential landing spot for Tua.

Quinn Ewers' Potential Role

• ✅ The speaker believes Quinn Ewers has shown promise and should be given a chance to compete for the starting quarterback position.
• 🎯 It is suggested that the Dolphins should either draft a new quarterback or sign one to compete directly with Ewers, rather than committing to a long-term, high-value contract for another player.

Miami Dolphins' New Signings

• ⚡ The Dolphins have signed wide receiver Terrace Marshall Jr., a 6'3" athlete with a high Relative Athletic Score (RAS) from his LSU days, who could provide depth.
• 🚀 Miami also added tight end Zach Kuntz, an exceptional athlete from Old Dominion with one of the best recorded Relative Athletic Scores for his position, despite needing development as a blocker.
• 🛠️ These additions are seen as intriguing athletic pieces for the roster but should not prevent the team from drafting additional talent at wide receiver or tight end if the right player is available.