Marlins Draft Cuthbertson; Dolphins Offense Worries

Left-handed pitcher Hayden Cuthbertson of Miami University was selected by the Miami Marlins with the 528th overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft after progressing from junior college to Division I baseball and drawing praise for his competitiveness and pitching skills. The Miami Dolphins are 0-3, and coach Mike McDaniel said quarterback Tua Tagovailoa must improve ball security and seize explosive opportunities while praising rookie left tackle Patrick Paul’s promising start. Advanced metrics show Tua’s production has fallen — his QBi is 75.2 (16th in the NFL) and his clean-pocket EPA has dropped — suggesting decision-making and execution issues even with improved protection, and local reporting has highlighted late-game mistakes including a key interception. Analysts note Tua’s contract complicates roster options, and both he and McDaniel face mounting pressure to produce wins and steadier quarterback play.