Tua Tagovailoa experienced a concussion during the Thursday Night Football defeat against Buffalo in Week 2.

Tua Tagovailoa exited the Hard Rock Stadium field on Thursday night after sustaining yet another concussion. This marks his third diagnosed concussion in three years and the fourth since his college career began. Consequently, questions regarding his future have arisen—not just for this season, but for his entire career. The discussion surrounding Tagovailoa's abilities as a quarterback has now taken a backseat to concerns about his health. The prominent quarterback was ruled out of the game against Buffalo within a mere ten minutes, following a swift diagnosis. The impact he endured on the field exhibited signs of "fencing," a posture indicative of a severe brain injury. In 2022, a similar incident against the Bengals resulted in Tua adopting the same posture. Following the TNF loss to Buffalo in Week 2, Tua Tagovailoa has once again suffered a concussion. At present, the focus is not on Tua's future in the sport; rather, it is centered on his health. However, this concern will eventually shift, leading to discussions about his long-term prospects in the NFL.

In the initial week of training camp, he finalized a contract extension valued at $212.4 million. The Miami Dolphins approached the negotiations with caution, and there were speculations regarding his health as a potential factor for the delay in finalizing the contract. Following his second confirmed concussion in 2022, Tua was placed on injured reserve and did not participate in the postseason. Reports indicated that he dedicated his offseason to reflecting on his future. After discussions with his family, he ultimately resolved to continue his football career.

Tua is a devoted family man, and the discussions he has with his loved ones may significantly influence his future. While many doubt that the quarterback will actually choose to retire, there is a prevailing sentiment that he ought to consider it. During the Amazon Prime post-game show, Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez expressed his belief that retirement should be a serious option for the Miami quarterback. Ultimately, the decision regarding his future rests with Tua, and if he successfully navigates the concussion protocol, it is likely he will return in a week or two. The critical question remains whether he will adopt a more cautious approach, as he did in 2023, and how that might impact his performance. With ample time remaining in 2024, the Dolphins have the potential for a successful season; however, another significant concussion could jeopardize Tua's career.