Recently, Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa made a statement that “the market is the market.” This implies that he wants a market deal, but the Dolphins have not yet agreed to make him one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the NFL. The contracts of players like Jared Goff and Trevor Lawrence continue to raise the market value, making it challenging for Tua to secure the deal he is seeking.
However, Tua’s statistics from the 2022-23 season compare favorably to those of quarterbacks who have recently received top contracts, such as Joe Burrow, Trevor Lawrence, and others. Tua boasts a completion percentage of over 67%, 4,086 average passing yards, 27 average passing touchdowns, and a high yards per attempt, yards per completion, yards per game, and passer rating among the listed players. This makes a strong case for a lucrative contract.
Some argue that Tua benefits from a talented supporting cast. Still, success in the Mike McDaniel offense comes down to his ability to make quick decisions, which Tua has excelled at. However, there seems to be disagreement between Tua and the Dolphins about the starting value of his contract. While the team aims for a figure beginning with “4,” Tua seeks a deal starting with “5.”
The future of Tua’s contract remains uncertain. Both parties may reach an agreement before training camp or regular season starts. Still, if no agreement is reached by then, there is a possibility that Tua may refuse to report until he receives a satisfactory deal or something close to it. A scenario not uncommon among NFL players. Ultimately
