Just a few weeks ago, many were wondering if Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa would retire from football after suffering his third documented NFL concussion. Tagovailoa was placed on injured reserve, met with neurologists and said he never considered retirement.
The 26-year-old said he was never advised to retire. He suffered the concussion on Sept. 12 against the Buffalo Bills and returned for the Dolphins’ Oct. 27 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.
Due to his history with head injuries, there is an added spotlight on the quarterback with each hit he takes, or in Monday night’s case, with each tackle he makes. It is no surprise that fans would be extra nervous when they see Tagovailoa make any contact with his head.
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