Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa struggles in preseason against Dolphins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 2:14 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Tua Tagovailoa played one quarter for the Atlanta Falcons against the Miami Dolphins in their preseason matchup. He completed 7 of 8 passes for 95 yards but did not attempt any throws beyond 6 yards downfield. Tagovailoa lost a fumble on a snap but contributed to a touchdown drive early in the game. The crowd in Miami booed his return, reflecting the challenges of his previous season with the Dolphins that ended with his release. With Michael Penix Jr. recovering from ACL surgery, Tagovailoa's performance is critical as the Falcons prepare for the regular season.
- •Tagovailoa goes 7-of-8 for 95 yards, no passes over 6 yards
- •He fumbles a snap, leading to a turnover
- •Crowd boos Tagovailoa upon his entry
- •Tagovailoa's performance influences Falcons' QB depth for Week 1
- •Michael Penix Jr. is recovering from ACL surgery
- 2:14 AMYahoo Sports — NFL Preseason Blitz: Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa booed in Miami return, but shows a little improvement
"Tua Tagovailoa didn't try to pass the ball downfield on Friday night.
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