Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa Not 'Playing to Keep My Job,' Performance Must Be 'Better'

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa Focuses on Team Success Over Job Security

The 2025 season has been challenging for the Miami Dolphins, with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa facing a difficult run. Despite the struggles, Tagovailoa emphasizes that his motivation is helping the team win rather than worrying about keeping his position.

“I wouldn't say I'm playing to keep my job,” Tagovailoa said Wednesday. “I think I'm playing to help our team win every time. I think that's the objective for every quarterback that's playing. For every football player that's playing as well, the objective is 'how can I help my team win games?'”

He acknowledged his need to improve performance but denied that his play reflects fear of losing his job, noting his higher standards based on past successes.

“My performance needs to be better. My performance doesn't reflect me trying to keep my job because that's not the standard I've been playing (to) all these other years.”

Past Achievements and Current Challenges

The Dolphins also face additional challenges this season, including the loss of wide receiver Tyreek Hill to a season-ending knee injury and ongoing speculation about head coach Mike McDaniel's future.

Outlook for Tagovailoa

Though Tagovailoa is under contract through 2028, his continued struggles could prompt the Dolphins' management to reconsider their quarterback situation in the next offseason.

“The front office may evaluate the quarterback position during the upcoming offseason if poor play persists,” experts suggest.

Author's summary: Despite a disappointing 2025 season, Tua Tagovailoa remains committed to improving his game for the Miami Dolphins and prioritizes team success over personal job security.

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