Miami Dolphins Release Tua Tagovailoa After Record $99M Dead Cap Hit
The Miami Dolphin has officially released quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, absorbing a historic dead cap hit of approximately $1 million in salary space. This decision follows failed trade negotiations and marks the beginning of an official rebuild for General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan's team as free agency commences on Monday morning.
Key Points
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1The Miami Dolphinshave officially released quarterback Tua Tagovailoa as free agency begins.
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2Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan explored but failed in finding trade partners for the veteran QB before cutting him to clear cap space.
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The Miami Dolphin have released quarterback Tua Tagovailoa at the start of free agency.
— [Mar 09, 12:54] Florida DailyTua Tagovailoa's time with the Dolphins is up after a tenure marked by occasional offensive struggles and adversity. The team has evolved into a full-blown rebuild to reset at quarterback position this offseason.
— [Mar 09, 12:54] Sports.yahoo.comThe Miami Dolphin announced they will release Tua Tagovailoa after exploring trade options but were unable to find any buyers willing to take on his contract. This move allows them to designate him as a post-June free agent.
— [Mar 09, 12:48] NBC SportsThe Dolphins have kicked off their rebuild by releasing veteran players and will incur the NFL's record $99 million dead money hit on Tua Tagovailoa. This is described as a final decision made just hours before legal tampering begins.
— [Mar 09, 12:54] Clutchpoints