Tua Tagovailoa battles for starting role with Falcons amid health concerns

Tua Tagovailoa is competing for the starting quarterback position with the Atlanta Falcons as training camp progresses. After signing a one-year contract worth $1.2 million, he is in a duel with Michael Penix Jr., who recently returned to full practice. Tagovailoa has faced numerous injuries throughout his career, raising concerns about his long-term health. Despite an underwhelming performance in the first preseason game against Denver, he is reportedly improving in practice. Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski is yet to name a starter ahead of the regular-season opener.

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