Overview
- Miami fell to 1-6 with a 31-6 loss in Cleveland, committing four turnovers, 11 penalties for 103 yards and converting 1 of 13 third downs.
- Tua Tagovailoa threw three interceptions for the second straight game, was benched late, posted a career‑low 24.1 passer rating and is tied for the NFL lead with 10 interceptions.
- Mike McDaniel said Tagovailoa will start against the Falcons, quipping his expectation is “we don’t throw 10 picks,” while rookie Quinn Ewers and Zach Wilson will compete for the No. 2 role after Ewers’ 5-of-8, 53‑yard debut.
- NFL Network reports no immediate staff changes are planned, with owner Stephen Ross backing McDaniel and reevaluations considered if fan turnout drops or players stop responding.
- Following a week of tension from Tagovailoa’s public critique and apology, McDaniel said “everything is on the table,” signaling possible personnel and style adjustments to address recurring discipline and execution issues.