The Miami Dolphins and their quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa, have reached a significant agreement on a new contract extension. Reports indicate that the deal is worth a whopping $212.4 million over four years, with an impressive $167 million guaranteed. This makes it the largest contract in the history of the Dolphins franchise.
At just 26 years old, Tagovailoa has already made a name for himself in the NFL. In the 2023 season, he led the league with an impressive 4,264 passing yards. Throughout the season, he started all 17 games, finishing with a record of 11-6. Tagovailoa showcased his talent by completing 69.3 percent of his passes, throwing 29 touchdowns and 14 interceptions.
Since being drafted by the Dolphins as the fifth overall pick in 2020, Tagovailoa has accumulated 12,639 passing yards, 81 touchdowns, and 37 interceptions in 53 career games, with 51 starts. He even made his playoff debut last season, putting up a solid performance despite the team’s loss to Kansas City.
This new contract solidifies Tagovailoa’s future with the Dolphins and demonstrates the team’s confidence in his abilities. The $53.1 million average annual salary is the highest ever seen in the NFL for a four-year extension. This not only reflects Tagovailoa’s skill and potential but also sets a new standard for quarterback contracts in the league.
The young quarterback has shown tremendous growth and potential since joining the Dolphins, and fans are excited to see what he will achieve in the coming years. With this new contract in place, Tagovailoa has the opportunity to further establish himself as a top quarterback in the NFL and lead the Dolphins to success in the seasons to come.