Overview

• Miami is 0-3 for the first time since 2019, with Tagovailoa at 575 passing yards, five touchdowns, four interceptions and one lost fumble, including a turnover in each game and a 29th-ranked QBR of 35.8.
• Responding to Cam Newton’s TV critique that highlighted his $212 million deal, Tagovailoa said it is easier to analyze with a clicker than to play quarterback and maintained that not everyone can do the job.
• Coach Mike McDaniel defended Tagovailoa’s mindset but pressed him to seize downfield opportunities, saying he is focused on being 1-0 against the Jets.
• Media outlets have floated veteran quarterback contingencies such as Russell Wilson as possibilities if struggles persist, though no pursuit has been confirmed.
• Week 4 brings another 0-3 opponent in the Jets, with Justin Fields expected to start if he clears concussion protocol, and Miami’s broader issues include a No. 25 scoring offense and a last-ranked scoring defense with history unkind to teams that fall to 0-4.