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Dolphins starting QBs since Tua Tagovailoa was drafted are an ugly sight

The Miami Dolphins' list of starting QBs since Dan Marino continues to grow, but there is another list since Tua Tagovailoa was named the starter.

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
Dolphins starting QBs since Tua Tagovailoa was drafted are an ugly sight
Key Things to Know
  • Brian Miller argues that the Miami Dolphins' backup quarterback decisions during Tua Tagovailoa's tenure have been severely flawed.
  • Six different quarterbacks have started for Miami since Tagovailoa became the primary starter.
  • The list of starting replacements includes Jacoby Brissett, Teddy Bridgewater, Skylar Thompson, Tyler Huntley, Quinn Ewers, and Malik Willis.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Phin Phanatic's Brian Miller argues that the Miami Dolphins have suffered from poor decision-making regarding backup quarterbacks throughout Tua Tagovailoa's tenure. Miller notes that Tagovailoa showed promise but experienced a rapid decline amid mounting injuries and concussions, leading to six different starting quarterbacks filling in since he became the primary starter.

The article criticizes former general manager Chris Grier for repeatedly relying on journeymen options despite Tagovailoa's known injury history. The six quarterbacks who have started in Tagovailoa's place are Jacoby Brissett, Teddy Bridgewater, Skylar Thompson, Tyler Huntley, Quinn Ewers, and Malik Willis.

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