Dolphins to bench Tua Tagovailoa with playoff hopes dashed
Rookie Quinn Ewers will replace Tagovailoa as starter
TL;DR
- Miami Dolphins are benching Tua Tagovailoa for rookie Quinn Ewers.
- The decision was made after the Dolphins were eliminated from playoff contention.
- Tagovailoa leads the NFL with 15 interceptions and has not met expectations after signing a large contract extension.
- Tagovailoa has a history of concussions and missed games last season.
- Releasing Tagovailoa would result in significant salary cap hits for the Dolphins.