Last season, Tua Tagovailoa suffered his fourth official concussion in the NFL. Now, one of his Miami Dolphins teammates has provided a significant update on the quarterback’s status.

While he has performed at a Pro Bowl level, injuries prevented Tua Tagovailoa from truly maximizing his potential during his first five seasons in the NFL. As he approaches his sixth season, the Miami Dolphins ' quarterback acknowledged that he adjusted his mindset as he looks to place a higher priority on his safety.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa met with the media on Tuesday as the team kicks off their mandatory minicamp.

Tagovailoa’s injuries ( specifically the concussions) have been well documented. He knows he needs to stay healthy for the Dolphins to have a chance at a playoff run in 2025. The Dolphins began mandatory minicamps Tuesday and Tagovailoa spoke to reporters after practice.

Miami’s season went downhill in 2024 with Tua missing six games. He is taking measures during OTAs and minicamp to be in position to protect himself come the fall.

Entering his sixth season, Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is still trying to show he can stay healthy on a consistent basis.

Miami quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is beginning to understand the old football adage that your best ability is your availability. The Dolphins' sixth-year signal-caller has been hampered throughout his run in Miami with a string of injuries.