Overview

• Zach Wilson signed a one-year, $6 million contract with the Miami Dolphins to serve as backup quarterback to Tua Tagovailoa.
• Wilson aims to rebuild his career by developing under head coach Mike McDaniel, citing the success of Tagovailoa's growth in Miami's system.
• Miami's struggles with backup quarterbacks in 2024, contributing to their 8-9 record, influenced the decision to prioritize this role in free agency.
• Dolphins fans remain skeptical of Wilson's signing, favoring other veteran options, but the team views him as a potential solution to their depth issues.
• Wilson, optimistic about his progress since leaving the Jets, believes he can step into the backup role seamlessly and still aspires to become a starting quarterback in the league.