Tua Tagovailoa showcased his skills in a brief appearance, completing all five of his passes for 51 yards, including a touchdown, leading the Miami Dolphins to a 13-6 preseason victory over the Washington Commanders. This performance marked Tagovailoa's first game since signing a four-year, $212 million extension and came despite the absence of key offensive players like Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. His touchdown, a 13-yard completion to River Cracraft on fourth-and-1, capped an impressive 61-yard drive. Meanwhile, Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels performed well, completing 10 of 12 passes for 78 yards and rushing for an additional 13 yards. The game predominantly featured field goals after the opening drive, with Miami's Jason Sanders contributing with two successful kicks. Both teams are expected to adjust their lineups ahead of the regular season, with the Dolphins set to play their final preseason game against the Buccaneers next week.