The Miami Dolphins have been making waves this offseason, starting with a major coaching change. They've parted ways with head coach Mike McDaniel and brought in Jeff Hafley to steer the ship.
But the real buzz around Miami centers on the quarterback situation. Tua Tagovailoa, once the face of the franchise, found himself benched late in the 2025 season due to inconsistent performances.
Dolphins' general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan recently shared insights with NFL insider Tom Pelissero at the NFL Combine, shedding light on the team's approach to a potential Tagovailoa trade.
“Anytime there’s a quarterback in play, you have a chance,” Sullivan noted, emphasizing the pivotal role of the quarterback in the NFL. “Tua has accomplished a lot in this league.
He's been a good player. I think that's intriguing to teams.
Who's to say where it will go? We've had some productive conversations.”
While Sullivan didn't name specific teams or players the Dolphins might consider in a trade for Tagovailoa, it's evident that Miami is exploring its options regarding their former first-round pick from Alabama.
Tagovailoa's journey in the NFL has been a rollercoaster. He once led a record-breaking Dolphins' offense at the start of the 2023 season.
However, a series of concussion scares have cast a shadow over his career, even leading to concerns about its continuation. Though he stayed healthy last year, his performance didn't quite match his earlier highs.
If the Dolphins decide to part ways with Tagovailoa, their quarterback depth isn't exactly robust. However, holding the 11th overall pick in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft offers them a potential path to find a new leader under center. With the draft slated for late April, Miami's next moves will be pivotal in shaping their future.