Dolphins GM Aims to Keep Tagovailoa Despite Playoff Exit

Quarterback's contract negotiations to intensify this offseason following strong 2023 season, despite team's postseason struggles.

Overview

Dolphins GM Chris Grier has expressed his intention to keep quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in Miami for the long term, despite the team's early playoff exit.
Tagovailoa, who is set to play the final year of his rookie deal in 2024, led the NFL with a career-high 4,624 passing yards and 29 passing touchdowns in the 2023 season.
Despite his impressive stats, Tagovailoa struggled in the final month of the season, particularly in the team's last four games, including the playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Tagovailoa's future contract negotiations are expected to intensify this offseason, with top-of-market extensions for quarterbacks now exceeding $50 million.
The Dolphins now own the longest active playoff win drought, with 23 years separating the franchise's last postseason victory.