Tua Tagovailoa is heading to the NFC South after parting ways with the Miami Dolphins, with the Atlanta Falcons snapping him up through NFL Free Agency. This move, revealed by NFL insiders, involves a one-year deal, adding an intriguing twist for both the Falcons and Tagovailoa as they eye Wednesday for further developments.
New Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski, known for his quarterback expertise from his time with the Minnesota Vikings, is eager to integrate Tagovailoa into his system. Falcons fans are buzzing with anticipation to see how this partnership unfolds on the field.
Now done: The Falcons are signing Tua Tagovailoa on a one-year minimum deal, sources tell The Insiders.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 9, 2026
The deal cannot be official until he’s released on Wednesday. But Tua is headed to Atlanta. pic.twitter.com/GxzOpv2Xpv
But Atlanta's quarterback room is getting even more interesting. Tagovailoa joins forces with fellow lefty Michael Penix Jr., creating a unique dynamic under Stefanski's leadership. Penix is expected to play a significant role in the new era for the Falcons.
Meanwhile, Kirk Cousins' time in Atlanta seems to be drawing to a close. After signing a massive four-year, $180 million deal in 2024, Cousins didn't quite meet expectations, with only 1,721 passing yards and 10 touchdowns last season. His future could see him landing with the Arizona Cardinals or the Los Angeles Rams, who might be in the market for a backup quarterback.
Stefanski's familiarity with left-handed quarterbacks, thanks to his experience with Dillon Gabriel in Cleveland, should serve him well as he welcomes Tagovailoa, a seasoned pro with 120 career touchdown passes, into the fold. This new chapter for the Falcons is shaping up to be one to watch.