mollyfamwatThe Miami Dolphins coach is in the midst of a tricky situation. He needs to figure out which quarterback will start for his team, but it’s also clear that he doesn’t have all the information about Tua Tagovailoa.
The “nfl news watson” is a topic that has been circulating for a while now. The Miami Dolphins coach reiterates support for Tua Tagovailoa as Deshaun Watson rumors swirl.
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ESPN’s Marcel Louis-Jacques
MIAMI, Fla. — After speculations of a possible trade for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson resurfaced earlier this week, Dolphins coach Brian Flores publicly endorsed Tua Tagovailoa on Friday.
When questioned about Watson, Flores stated, “I don’t really go into rumors — Tua is our quarterback.” “We’re pleased with the quarterback, and we’re pleased with our quarterback position. I’ll leave it at that, as I’ve said before.”
The Houston Chronicle reported on Wednesday that a transaction involving Watson, who is facing 22 ongoing lawsuits claiming sexual assault and improper conduct, might be completed this week. He asked for a trade in January, before the first such case was filed against him, and he has yet to play or be active in any game this season.
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Tagovailoa led the Dolphins to their lone victory of the season in Week 1 after missing three games with damaged ribs. They are presently on a five-game losing skid.
During a team meeting the week before Miami’s victory against the Patriots, Flores endorsed Tagovailoa. Later that week, he openly referred to Tagovailoa as “our quarterback,” emphasizing the importance of players and coaches feeling supported by their club.
In September, Tagovailoa remarked, “I believe that means a lot coming from the head coach.” “It means a lot to have his and the rest of the team’s support.”
Although he only played six plays against the Buffalo Bills in Week 2 before departing with damaged ribs, the No. 5 selection in 2020 has thrown for 544 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions in three games this season. In Miami’s defeat to the Jacksonville Jaguars, he returned off injured reserve and completed 33 of 47 passes for 329 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception.
Tagovailoa’s performance this season, as well as the manner he conducts himself during the week, has been commended by Flores.
“I believe his preparation, practice, and performance have all been excellent.” “I think he did a fantastic job last week,” Flores added. “I believe his mind is in excellent shape. He’s a confident kid, a tough guy, and he’s only played in two games this season, so he should be confident in his performance. Because of the way he’s performed, we have a lot of faith in him.
“He’s progressing. I believe this young man is intelligent, clever, and gifted. I believe he is correct, and I believe he has the potential to be a very excellent NFL player… For everyone in any job or field, there will always be bumps along the path. You must work through them, and as a result, you will improve.”
Watson has been linked to the Dolphins for months, with Miami apparently being the quarterback’s favorite destination. Watson, on the other hand, has yet to be disciplined by the NFL while the investigation into the claims regarding his conduct continues. Houston has made it obvious that Watson would be sidelined for the rest of the season, but it’s unclear if he would be permitted to play if he were moved to another club.
As they prepare to visit the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Flores said his players are filtering out what’s “happen on outside of our building.”
“I’m sure some of us have heard about it, but at the end of the day, it’s just a distraction,” rookie tackle Liam Eichenberg said. “This week, the most important thing is that we face the Falcons, and we need to win. Right now, I believe everyone’s mindset is to concentrate on the Falcons.”
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