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Falcons Sign Tua Tagovailoa to Compete for Starting QB

3/15/2026

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The Atlanta Falcons signed former Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to compete with Michael Penix Jr. for the starting job.
General manager Ian Cunningham emphasized that no starter will be named immediately.
Tagovailoa completed 68% of his career passes.
Penix has a stronger arm but faces injury concerns and lower accuracy.
Tagovailoa's style suits head coach Kevin Stefanski's offense, with both quarterbacks likely seeing playing time heading into 2027 offseason.

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The Atlanta Falcons signed former Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to compete with Michael Penix Jr. for the starting job.
General manager Ian Cunningham emphasized that no starter will be named immediately.
Tagovailoa completed 68% of his career passes.
Penix has a stronger arm but faces injury concerns and lower accuracy.
Tagovailoa's style suits head coach Kevin Stefanski's offense, with both quarterbacks likely seeing playing time heading into 2027 offseason.