Dolphins Bench Tua Tagovailoa, Rookie Ewers Takes Over Starting QB Role

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been benched for rookie Quinn Ewers, who will take over as the starter for Week 16 and the remainder of the season. Tagovailoa will serve as the emergency No. 3 quarterback. He publicly expressed disappointment, stating, "I’m not happy about it, but it’s something out of my control." This decision follows his career-worst season, marked by a league-leading 15 interceptions, numerous sacks, and the team's playoff elimination. He finishes 2025 with 2,660 yards, 20 TDs, and 15 INTs in 14 appearances. His future with the team is uncertain due to a $54 million guaranteed salary for 2026 and a $56.4 million cap hit.