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Kevin Stefanski addresses Tua Tagovailoa's training camp injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 7:27 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Kevin Stefanski addresses Tua Tagovailoa's training camp injury

Summary

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed that quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is dealing with a flare-up injury and will not fully participate in the early stages of training camp. Backup Michael Penix Jr. is also sidelined due to a knee issue, prompting the Falcons to sign veteran Cooper Rush. Stefanski reassured that Tagovailoa's injury is not serious and he is expected back soon. The team hopes a change of scenery will help rejuvenate Tagovailoa's career after a challenging season in which he threw for 2,660 yards and 20 touchdowns with 15 interceptions.

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Status Watch

•Tua Tagovailoa out with a flare-up injury during training camp.
•Michael Penix Jr. also injured, leading to the signing of Cooper Rush.
•Kevin Stefanski believes Tagovailoa will return soon.
•Tagovailoa had a challenging 2025 season with the Dolphins.
•The Falcons signed Tagovailoa to a one-year contract worth $1.215 million.

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7:27 PMYahoo Sports — “Franchise Is Completely Cursed”: NFL Fans React As Kevin Stefanski Opens Up About Tua Tagovailoa’s Injury

What they're saying

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Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski finds himself in a difficult situation after the latest injury to quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. With backup quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
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