Antonio Pierce offered some guidance to Tua Tagovailoa following his latest concussion.
The most significant storyline in the NFL during Week 2 revolves around Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. He exited Thursday night’s game against the Buffalo Bills after being hit by Damar Hamlin, and was later ruled out due to a concussion. His teammates, coaches, and even opponents expressed their well-wishes following this troubling injury.
The question of whether Tagovailoa should consider retirement has resurfaced, although Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel has distanced himself from such discussions for the time being. However, Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce offered his own strong advice, suggesting that Tagovailoa should retire for the sake of his family. Speaking to reporters, Pierce said, “I’d tell him to retire, it’s not worth it. He’ll live longer than he’ll play football. Take care of your family.”
This sentiment has been echoed repeatedly since the incident, particularly given the concerns surrounding Tagovailoa’s health, especially after signing a lucrative contract extension earlier in the offseason.
Tua Tagovailoa update coming soon
At the moment, the Dolphins are relying on backup quarterback Skylar Thompson in place of Tagovailoa, though it’s uncertain how long he will be out.
Coach McDaniel avoided sharing too many specifics. “The best thing I can do is not speculate on the football implications,” McDaniel commented. “Timelines only cause stress.”
Meanwhile, Pierce joins those advocating for Tagovailoa to retire, prioritize his family, and safeguard his health. Given the increase in concussion-related injuries, it’s a valid perspective.
A clearer update on Tagovailoa’s status is expected soon.
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