The Miami Dolphins have one of the NFL’s best, if not the best, offensive attacks, and while they still need improvement on the defensive side of the football, they’re now a legitimate playoff team.
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa leads that potent offensive attack, and while he has his share of critics and haters, he did put up great numbers last season while making the Pro Bowl for the first time.
He’s going into the final season of his current contract, which means he’s due for an extension, and per Adam Schefter, the Dolphins do want to pay him, but they’re not sure what his fair market value is.
The market for star quarterbacks has risen like a hot air balloon over the last couple of years, especially with recent big contracts like Trevor Lawrence’s five-year, $275 million extension. However, Tagovailoa’s performance speaks for itself, with 29 touchdowns and an NFL-high 4,624 passing yards last season.
This impressive production was a key factor in Miami’s success, as they finished second in points and first in passing yards and total yards.
Tagovailoa’s impact extends beyond his own play, as he has helped elevate the performance of wide receiver Tyreek Hill since his arrival in Miami two years ago.
Furthermore, the Dolphins have made significant additions on the defensive side of the ball during the offseason, with signings like veteran safety Jordan Poyer and linebacker Shaquil Barrett, both Pro Bowl caliber players.
