Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel expressed confidence in quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's ability to play through a sore left shoulder, stating it's not a major concern. McDaniel also addressed running back Raheem Mostert's surprise inactive status, clarifying that he didn't intend to mislead. Tagovailoa, who is set to start his 17th game of the season, emphasized his health and commitment to playing despite various injuries, including shoulder soreness and thumb limitations. The quarterback's durability has been a topic of discussion, but he is determined to meet his goals and contribute to the team.
The Dolphins had questions about Tua Tagovailoa’s durability before this season. But he’s starting his 17th game on Sunday and that plus other things puts him in line for potential record contract https://t.co/ITl4AfVzrW
Tua Tagovailoa proud of staying healthy as Dolphins QB enters 17th start of 2023 season https://t.co/WVocBSAeV4 https://t.co/iRul90OqOz
Tua Tagovailoa is about to start his 17th game for the Dolphins this season. It means everything for Tua and his franchise. https://t.co/pmaUhtP3yl
Tua Tagovailoa is about to start his 17th game for the Dolphins this season, which was a preseason goal. He's taken care of himself and it's paying dividends. https://t.co/pmaUhtP3yl
Tua Tagovailoa is going to start his 17th Dolphins game. It's important for the team and the player. https://t.co/j1ocoS1ANh
NEW: Tua Tagovailoa is going to start his 17th Dolphins game of the season. It's important for the team and the player. https://t.co/pmaUhtP3yl
Tua Tagovailoa said “it’s a blessing” to play 17 games — full NFL regular season for 1st time. He said he’s as healthy as any guy going into Week 18 of hard season. On shoulder, “I’m good brother.” He was surprised Hard Knocks revealed thumb soreness/grip limitations last week.
“I’m as healthy as anyone can be right now at this point. I’m very blessed and very fortunate,” Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa talking about his various injuries and being expected to play his 17th game this season.
Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel on Tua Tagovailoa: “He’s my guy, man.” After months of “can he stay healthy,” Tua plays Game 17 vs. Bills. McDaniel: “It's significant for the organization but more importantly it's significant for the player. He made it a goal. That sticks out to me.” https://t.co/bFCkjAYArO
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel on Tua Tagovailoa’s work ethic and commitment to “toughing out things.” https://t.co/smQ4E4kZyA
Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa's (left shoulder) availability is not a concern heading into Sunday's regular-season finale against the Bills, head coach Mike McDaniel said https://t.co/R4bhdHUDl3 https://t.co/xkT4C5wANn
Mike McDaniel not worried about Tua Tagovailoa’s shoulder injury. https://t.co/2D9NGocQZD
Mike McDaniel said he’s not worried about QB Tua Tagovailoa being able to play and be productive through soreness in left shoulder. He should be good. McDaniel said he’s not making any predictions on Raheem Mostert after expecting him to play but being a surprise inactive v BAL.
McDaniel said he’s not worried about Tua Tagovailoa’s shoulder injury: “It’s not a huge blip on my radar right now.”
Mike McDaniel says he did not intend to mislead us on Raheem Mostert. Mike says he is not worried about Tua’s shoulder soreness right now.
McDaniel said he's not worried about Tua's throwing shoulder; Tua said it's sore but not a big concern. "Not something that's a huge blip on my radar," McDaniel said. "What I'm not worried about is the player fighting through that and being able to be productive."