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Dolphins Face Tough Call on Tua's $54M Contract

2/18/2026

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  • The Miami Dolphins face a crucial decision on quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, unlikely to start in 2026.
  • The contract signed by former general manager Chris Grier left Tagovailoa with $54 million guaranteed.
  • Cutting him would create a $99.2 million cap charge for 2026.
  • Designating him as a post-June 1 cut could spread charges over two years.
  • Some believe absorbing full charge now would hurt 2026 but clear the contract by 2027.