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Xavien Howard Says Colts Put Tua Tagovailoa in 'Panic Mode' in 33-8 Rout

Howard's critique underscores Indianapolis' disguises disrupting Miami's reads.

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Sep 7, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) leaves the field after losing to the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
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Tua Tagovailoa #1 of the Miami Dolphins throws a pass against the Indianapolis Colts during the third quarter during the game at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sept. 07, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Tagovailoa finished 14-of-23 for 114 yards with two interceptions and a lost fumble, recording a career-low 2.7 QBR and taking three sacks.
  • New defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo deployed varied coverages and pressures designed to remove early reads and unsettle Miami's timing.
  • Defensive end Laiatu Latu baited Tagovailoa by dropping into zone for a pick, and nickel Kenny Moore II forced a strip-sack that Howard recovered.
  • Tagovailoa dismissed suggestions he was pressing, while coach Mike McDaniel emphasized shared offensive execution issues rather than pinning blame solely on the quarterback.
  • Howard, signed by Indianapolis last month after a season out of the NFL, made his first start since 2023 as Miami turns to a Week 2 home game against the Patriots before a Thursday matchup with the Bills.