Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa Struggles Amid 2-7 Season Start

Tua Tagovailoa has shown promise as the Miami Dolphins' quarterback but has faced significant challenges, particularly evident in the 2025 NFL season where his performance has contributed to the team's struggles, including a 2-7 record. Against AFC East rivals, Tua holds strong records with 7-1 against the Patriots and 7-0 against the Jets, but has struggled against the Buffalo Bills with a 1-9 record. A recent game against the Baltimore Ravens highlighted the Dolphins' ongoing issues, with Tua attributing a pivotal false start penalty to the loud crowd noise from visiting Ravens fans, which disrupted his cadence and contributed to a missed field goal and ultimately a 28-6 loss. This game also showcased Miami's broader problems with penalties and turnovers, which led to frustration from both fans and coach Mike McDaniel. Criticism from analysts like Skip Bayless has intensified following Tua's inconsistent performances, including a notable error on a late first-half play against the Ravens, underscoring the pressure on the quarterback amid the team's disappointing season. Despite flashes of talent, Tua's inability to consistently capitalize on opportunities has left the Dolphins seeking better execution and results moving forward.