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On Tuesday, head coach Mike McDaniel of the Dolphins revealed that quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has not participated in all aspects of the team’s offseason program. However, McDaniel emphasized that communication is crucial in their player-coach relationship and that Tagovailoa has been present for some activities while missing others. Despite ongoing negotiations for a new deal, McDaniel stated that he has not been involved in the process and is focused on improving Tagovailoa as a player.
Tagovailoa is entering the final year of his rookie contract with Miami, and his future with the team remains uncertain. However, McDaniel expressed satisfaction with their relationship throughout the offseason and praised Tagovailoa’s progress on the field. In 2023, Tagovailoa started every game for the first time and had a standout performance, leading the league in passing yards and achieving career highs in both touchdowns and interceptions.
Moving forward, Tagovailoa’s development under McDaniel’s coaching remains a key area of interest. While negotiations for a new deal continue, McDaniel emphasized the importance of keeping the player-coach relationship separate from contract discussions to maintain a positive working dynamic.
