A doctor's examination -- and coach Brian Flores' comments on Wednesday -- confirmed that declaration. That’s just the way it is. From Patrick Mahomes to Tom Brady, here are 32 starting NFL Quarterbacks from worst to best for the 2020 season, ranked by the Complex Sports team. Where do Tua Tagovailoa and Ryan Fitzpatrick's Miami Dolphins sit? One magical year later, the Alabama QB has an entire way of life on his shoulders. [36], Tagovailoa left the Tide's sixth game against Tennessee early in the second quarter after suffering a high ankle sprain. “He’s got to get healthy. Catch a first glimpse of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa on his new team, the Miami Dolphins, with this "Madden NFL 21" footage. 10 overall pick is embracing his circumstances.Â. [48][49] He was one of 58 players invited to the draft, which was held virtually due to social distancing regulations arising from the pandemic, where he was drafted by the Miami Dolphins with the fifth overall pick. [53] He passed his physical with the team in July 2020 to begin training camp,[54] but was named the backup to Ryan Fitzpatrick to start the season. 1 Alabama rolls", "Tagovailoa throws 4 TD as No. 2 LSU past No. Check out the updated Power Rankings. The two players grew up training together in Hawaii and remain good friends to this day. [4], As a child his main inspiration was his grandfather, Seu Tagovailoa, who was highly respected in the local Samoan community; Seu was regularly addressed as "Chief Tagovailoa". Season Leaders; Weekly Leaders; All-Time Bests Total QBR - All NFL. ET. So if anyone in Miami wanted to pin it o Tagovailoa? Marcus Mariota actually served as a mentor to Tua in high school where they both dominated. “Whenever I have the chance to go back,” Epenesa said, “I definitely want to give back as well.”. NFL and NFL Europa quarterback for the Washington Redskins and Amsterdam Admirals. It’s the way we’re raised. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports the Miami Dolphins want Tua Tagovailoa to sit and learn under QB Ryan Fitzpatrick. Traditionally Samoans have been must haves on NFL teams to plug either offensive or defensive lines. [27] While recovering from the high ankle sprain he suffered during the SEC Championship against Georgia, Tagovailoa put on a nearly flawless offensive performance against Oklahoma in the 2018 Orange Bowl (24-of-27 with 318 yards passing, four touchdowns and no interceptions) to lead the Tide to their fourth consecutive CFP National Championship appearance. Seattle Seahawks starting running back Chris Carson (MCL sprain) was listed as questionable, but is expected to face the Dolphins today, according to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport.Â, Dolphins coach Brian Flores officially announced that Ryan Fitzpatrick will be the Week 1 starter against the Patriots. “I was in a competition with Ken Anderson — you know, the great Ken Anderson,” Thompson says. [38][39] Tagovailoa returned three weeks post-surgery to play in the 46-41 loss to top-ranked LSU. [45][46] He graduated with a bachelor's degree in communication studies in August 2020. [55], After Tagovailoa's commitment to Alabama he graduated early from Saint Louis School and moved with his family to Alabaster, Alabama. Tagovailoa was deemed a four star recruit during the 2017 recruiting cycle and was ranked the top high school prospect in the state of Hawaii. NFL quarterback power rankings: 1-32 for Week 3 1. Tuanigamanuolepola Tagovailoa (/ˌtʌŋɡoʊvaɪˈloʊə/ TUNG-goh-vai-LOA;[1] was born in ʻEwa Beach, Hawaii to Galu and Diane Tagovailoa, the oldest of four children in a Samoan family. Check out his AFC East findings. Timmy Chang (mixed Chinese and Hawaiian). Miami Dolphins color analyst Joe Rose explains how rookie Tua Tagovailoa can win QB1 job. Thompson was in only his second NFL season when he was called upon in a relief role in the Orange Bowl against the Dolphins. NBA Expansion: 5 Cities that Deserve the Next Relocation or Expansion Franchise, Sports Card Collecting for Beginners ; A Glossary of Helpful Trading Card Definitions & Abbreviations, FIFA 21: How to Earn Free FIFA FUT Coins on PS4 & PS5, What’s a Razz? [1] In a 2002 story, Thompson explained why he chose to attend Washington State and how his first series against Minnesota in 1976 was almost his last until offensive coordinator Bob Leahy convinced head coach Jackie Sherrill to leave Thompson in the game: https://247sports.com/college/washington-state/Article/Washington-State-Cougars-football-How-legendary-Jack-Thompson-landed-and-stayed-at-WSU-Throwin-Samoan-136113036/. So too the temptation to call that QB a "Throwin’ Samoan.". Born and raised in Hawaii to Samoan parents, he attended Saint Louis School in Honolulu. CHIEFS is a registered trademark of the Kansas City Chiefs LLC. With training camp in full swing, quarterback Marcus Mariota, the first Samoan Heisman Trophy winner, will be the signal caller for the NFL’s Tennessee Titans. “The locker room is just so loose,” his veteran teammate Emmanuel Sanders said. With 6:12 left, the Bengals took a 16-7 lead on a safety. Tannehill then started the next 10 games and the Titans exploded for 30.4 points per game. Marc Sessler identifies one candidate from each AFC team to earn a first Pro Bowl nod this season. By: Charles Goldman. He’ll be looking for a big year as will Juju, as Kendrick aims to prove that he’s worthy of remaining Jimmy Garoppolo’s number one target and worthy of a contract extension. The 2020 regular season is just around the corner, and NFL Network has you covered with wall-to-wall training camp coverage each day starting at 10 a.m. All rights go to the NFL, NBC, Fox, and the music artists listed below. Following that, he attended the University of Alabama to play college football. Following a safety, teams have the option of kicking off from a tee or punting. Bourne has established himself as somewhat of a spiritual leader in San Francisco. Lance Zierlein ranks his top 10 candidates for the award. Check out Dolphins rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa going through drills at Miami's training camp practice. [58], Tagovailoa's younger brother, Taulia, is a quarterback for the Maryland Terrapins. Samoans have now grown into true skill positions, where players like Junior Seau and Troy Polamalu paved the way for others to follow. “The person I took my gauge from — and he really liked it — was my dad,” Thompson says. Tagovailoa finished that game 16-of-24 with 227 passing yards, four total touchdowns (one rushing) and no interceptions before sitting out the fourth quarter. 1 Alabama routs Louisville 51-14", "No. Myron Tagovailoa-Amosa playing defensive line at Notre Dame, and Adam Amosa-Tagovailoa playing offensive line at Navy. “If he stays healthy, he’ll have a great pro career,” Thompson says. [24] In a limited role against Louisiana, he was 8-of-8 passing for 128 passing yards and two passing touchdowns in the 56–14 victory. As a fifth-year senior in 1978, Thompson finished ninth in the voting for the Heisman Trophy,[2][3] and concluded his college career as the most prolific passer in NCAA history with 7,818 passing yards. [34] In the Tide's fifth game, a victory against Ole Miss, Tagovailoa finished 26-of-36 with 418 passing yards, seven touchdowns (one rushing) and no interceptions. He was one of the best ever. “Different times in those days,” he says. With training camps in full swing, Daniel Jeremiah unveils his projections for 12 of the NFL's top offensive rookies in 2020. 2 Alabama Crushes Southern Miss. “He’s such a student of the game and he has the tools to back it up. He was also named Offensive MVP of that game. NFL Europa and CFL quarterback for the Rhein Fire, Hamilton Tiger-Cats, and Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Will Joe Burrow follow up his Heisman Trophy season with an Offensive Rookie of the Year campaign? NFL Network's Bucky Brooks explains why teams should start, not sit, rookie quarterbacks early. [28] In the 2018 National Championship loss (44-16) against Clemson, Tagovailoa went 22-of-34 with 295 passing yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Fitzpatrick says he is the "placeholder" for rookie QB Tua Tagovailoa. The speaker is Jack Thompson, at least according to the name his parents gave him. Joe Burrow also had a resounding scrimmage debut and Jalen Mills is impressing in his new roles. The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses whether the Miami Dolphins should play Tua Tagovailoa tonight. And Tua walks it. Second, Tagovailoa has a key ally in starting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, 37, who has struck up a friendship with Tagovailoa and is mentoring him. [35] In the Tide's 47-28 victory against Texas A&M, Tagovailoa finished 21-of-34 with 293 passing yards, four touchdowns, and one interception. Ja Morant vs. Trae Young: who will have a better career in the battle of the generational talents. So if you’re looking for a nickname for Ta’amu, stick with the “Throwin Samoan.” Ta’amu is friends with another Samoan quarterback from Hawaii who is currently preparing for the 2020 NFL draft — Alabama’s Tua Tagavailoa. “Don Shula,” Thompson says. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. NFL Network's Mike Garafolo breaks down QB competition between Miami Dolphins quarterbacks Tua Tagovailoa, Ryan Fitzpatrick. He had come off a couple of injury-ridden seasons and I was just a young whippersnapper coming in, thinking I’m a world-beater. In 2019, he suffered a dislocated hip during a game that prematurely ended his season. 1 Alabama names Tua Tagovailoa starting quarterback", "Tagovailoa throws for 387 yards, four TDs as Tide thumps Aggies", "No sweat: Tua goes 8-for-8 as No.