Trade Tua and draft picks for Lamar Jackson. Alabama will play this years title game on the West Coast, much closer to Hawaii. He is gonna karate chop any DL that gets close to him. The public conversation keeps going on anyway over what the Dolphins may do. Mitch Morse has had six. More focus on getting rid of the ball faster and good protection up front seems a quicker fix. Although traveling to the West Coast is a disadvantage for some, it's particularly convenient for the family of Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Like that, the Tua era was officially underway. My guess is that Young will suffer many concussions and be thrown around like a rag doll in the NFL. Im thankful for a lot of things, very thankful for a lot of things. Both Tua and Taulia Tagovailoa are devout Christians, and were raised to respect their parents, elders and spiritual mentors. According to Galu Tagovailoa, the father of highly-rated Alabama freshman QB Tua Tagovailoa, the whole family will be coming to Alabama in the near future. Particularly in the regular season. The skills learned in Judo translate well. His parents picked up everything and moved across the country to Tuscaloosa to watch their sons live out their football dreams in the SEC. Unless rules are changed to protect qbs even further and instead of $5000 fines for roughing the passer, the amount changed to $50,000, Tua is going to have a short career. And good for Tua for being proactive and finding ways to protect himself. Intertwined in the Tagovailoas family life is a reliance on religious values and church life. _____________________________________________________________________________________. Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel revealed team is unsure on Tua Tagovailoa's fifth-year option 2 / 3 Tagovailoa is set to enter the fourth and final year of his rookie contract if option is declined 2 LSU past No. Chuckled at the first comment on chopping the opponent, judo isnt that tho but does teach how to fall properly, its the first thing that is taught before anything else. Now please just stop.We saw Damar Hamlin die on the field this year. Specifically, it means learning how to either not take hits that knock him to the ground, or to land in a way that keeps his helmet from striking the turf, again. Tua Tagovailoa's age is 24. [66] In Week 16 against the Las Vegas Raiders, Tagovailoa threw for 94 yards and a touchdown before being benched in favor of Fitzpatrick again in the fourth quarter. Cannot say the same about Aaron Rogers, who wont even practice with his young wide receivers in the off season even though hes paid as well as anyone in the NFL. He has Samoan roots and a massive family tree that reportedly included more than 400 family members, though he's said that's an exaggeration. 1 dual-threat quarterback recruit in the class of 2017; it then followed closely his journey to select a college destination. E-subscribe to Birmingham Christian Family. Tua also toured the Church of the Highlands during his Tuscaloosa visit, and is now a member of the church. How about just admitting that your small stature is a hindrance. MORE: How Tua Tagovailoa's Hawaii roots prepped him for college success. You might teach people prioritize not getting hit. Getting clobbered every other game is just unsustainable. While it is a good idea (Ive taken combat and stunt training on how to fall in a fight) it is not and never will be a total solution. The elder family members set the example that their lives should center on their Christian faith and relationships with one. This article was originally published on October 20, 2020, and has been updated since. As weve said all along, the physics are against him, given his size. Everyone goes to church and we are together teaching our children the importance of church and God. [54] Tagovailoa was also the first left-handed quarterback to be drafted by an NFL team since Tim Tebow in 2010. Hes gotta do something! There is NOTHING that can train you to react in time to a blind side hit at speed by a 250+ lb human missile intent on burying you in the turf. Im very thankful for my wife. With that, everything you need to know about Tagovailoa as he jumps from college football to the pros, from where he was raised, his culture and family history: Tagovailoa is from Ewa Beach, a small city on the island of O'ahu, the third-most northern of the Hawaiian islands. Associated With He played under head coach Nick Saban during his time at Alabama. Plenty of other players had head injuries this year. Nonsense. February 22, 2023 at 10:58 am Dont want to see you do it,too. Bicycle helmets have a point on the back to help with impact. However, the NFL/Dolphins arent required to enable said pursuits. It was kept alive. [57] He passed his physical with the team in July 2020 to begin training camp,[58] but was named the backup to Ryan Fitzpatrick to start the season.[59]. In late December, after Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffered his most recent concussion due to his helmet striking the ground, former U.S. Olympic judoka Jason Morris contacted us via email with a simple suggestion for Tua try judo. He recalled waiting for Tua to wake up from the surgery to repair his hip injury, wondering what his sons attitude and countenance would be. He is known for being a Football Player. Powered by. Tagovailoa has also been known to partake in that tradition as well. Hey all you guys pointing to other players that have had multiple concussions suggesting if its ok for them to have that happen its ok for Tua, how about its not ok for any of them? [26] In the next game against Arkansas, he had more passing touchdowns than incompletions as he went 10-of-13 for 334 passing yards and four passing touchdowns in the 6531 victory. Its time people get what they deserve. [13] On September 23, in a 590 victory against Vanderbilt, he got more playing time and recorded 103 passing yards and two passing touchdowns. Seu envisioned Tua becoming a varsity quarterback but did not live to see it; when Tua talks about this, his voice trails off. - None of them were blindside hits or where he didnt have a chance to protect himself. The faith-based decision led the entire Tagovailoa immediate family to relocate to Alabama, where they settled in Alabaster and enrolled their younger children at Thompson High School. Learn more about Tua's mom and dad, Diane and Galu Tagovailoa. During Week 2 against the Buffalo Bills, Tagovailoa suffered a rib injury early in the game, and was carted off the field on a motorized stretcher, not returning in that game. I am also very thankful for our coaches and our coaching staff," Tagovailoa said. Tua and Taulia have two younger sisters, Taylor and Taysia. Tua orchestrated an impressive comeback, and after the game he credited his faith for keeping him calm under pressure. But at Maryland, he doesn't have to. It would work if the dudes tackling you were the same size as Tua. Tagovailoa threw for 277 yards and totaled three touchdowns in the convincing 51-14 win. [106][109] Two of Tagovailoa's cousins also play football: Myron Tagovailoa-Amosa plays on the defensive line on the Las Vegas Raiders while Adam Amosa-Tagovailoa played on the offensive line at Navy.[110]. If his helmet had the same design, it might help too. Family and faith are everything, Galu (pronounced Na-loo) Tagovailoa said. It just seems like theres something about the way he falls where he goes limp, falls flat, and his head flops against the ground. That was particularly evident in January 2018, when Tagovailoa fresh off leading Alabama to a comeback win over Georgia in the 2018 College Football Playoff championship game gave a postgame interview with ESPN's Maria Taylor: Another significant part of Samoan culture is music and dancing. According to Sports Illustrated, Tuas unique name came from his grandfather, and it was inspired by a bird that circled the Samoan Villages of Vatia and Aua. 5184 Caldwell Mill Road Suite 204-196Hoover, AL35244. Tua Tagovailoa is in town for the Super Bowl this week making the media rounds before Sunday's big game between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers at Hard Rock Stadium. The family released a statement to KHON 2 announcing the move. Thats quite a big difference from a fall. He finished 12-of-16, with 227 passing yards and two touchdowns in the 5114 victory, before Jalen Hurts replaced him in the third quarter. "Im thankful for my teammates, very thankful for the supporting staff that we have here guys that work in the equipment room, the janitors that are around here, the kitchen people, everyone that is a part of this organization Im very thankful for," he said.Tua went on to say: "It's very unique how having a child impacts how you see things differently in life. No amount of chest compression can bring you back from a popped brain. Weve done everything we can to continue to carry on that legacy with our children., With that faith comes an understanding, Tagovailoa said, that God can equip you with the values to get through any circumstances whether positive or negative. Tua can change that. Photo Courtesy Tagovailoa Family Intertwined in the Tagovailoa's family life is a reliance on religious values and church life. There are different grades of concussions. Hopefully Milano gets what he deserves this year and someone takes his knees out. Tuanigamanuolepola Tagovailoa (/tovalo/ TUNG-oh-vy-LOW-uh;[1] born March 2, 1998) is an American football quarterback for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). I know he has a family now. You cant blame him for doing all he can to save health and his career, and learning judo tricks on how to fall should help him. This also meant Tuas younger brother would finish his high school football career in Alabama, and his sister would go to school there as well. . You dont see that with most players, so it seems like something that should be able to be worked on. Weve got a plan set up, Tua said. His parents have been instrumental in his success thus far. "I felt like 'okay, I'm going to make my son a lefty.". At the same time, it didnt change us as a family. Knowing how to fall helps a great deal. ESPN's College GameDay aired a feature on Saturday that seemed ready to tell the story of Tagovailoa's family life in Hawaii and the road to Tuscaloosa. Tua Tagovailoa, the oldest of Gala and Diane Tagovailoa,'s four children, loved playing football from an early age in Ewa Beach, Hawaii. Yep. The following week, Tagovailoa missed the Dolphins' Week 9 game against the Houston Texans, as the Dolphins won 179. Tagovailoa completed 17 of 30 passes for 234 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions in the Dolphins' 32 . He was also chosen to be a part of the Elite 11 roster as one of the top high school quarterbacks in the nation, where he was named MVP of that roster.[9]. I was so surprised to see him at our youth Bible gathering, but thats just who he is, Tuli explained to AL.com. [24] He continued his efficient season against Texas A&M with 387 passing yards, four passing touchdowns, and a rushing touchdown in the 4523 victory. Tua spent the majority of his freshman season as the backup quarterback to Jalen Hurts. 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After Tagovailoa won the starting quarterback battle against Jalen Hurts and ran out onto the field in the 'Tide's 2018 season opening football game against Louisville, the couple shared a proud moment. Taulia Tagovailoa scored five touchdowns and got his first win as a collegiate starter on Friday. Apply the same stanards to everyone, otherwise keep your opinion to yourself. I have a black belt in Judo. I wonder if a different helmet could help? In Samoa, church is everything. Jets", "Tua Tagovailoa set to give the NFL something it hasn't seen at quarterback in nearly five years", "Dolphins vs. Rams score: Tua Tagovailoa wins first NFL start with help of Miami defense, special teams", "Tua Tagovailoa's benching a lesson for young QB -- and the Dolphins", "Tua Tagovailoa out for Dolphins vs. I think we can all appreciate that. Later in the game, Tagovailoa recorded his first career touchdown on a pass thrown to DeVante Parker. Whats he gonna do to avoid back injuries, though? [37], Tagovailoa left the Tide's seventh game against Tennessee early in the second quarter after suffering a high ankle sprain. Zac Al-Khateeb is a content producer for The Sporting News. definitely need to improve the O line, but maybe he should try to bulk up a litte, maybe put more time in the weight room. Its called tumbling. (I) believe lots of kids in our culture thrive because of respect they give their parents and others in authority.. Tuas parents, Galu and Diane Tagovailoa, moved across the country to be with their son and are regulars at the Alabama football games. All I can think of is Austin Powers yelling Judo Chop! as he storms Dr. Evils lair. Might not even mitigate it. Tagovailoa led the NFL in passer rating in 2022 with a 105.5 mark, but he also missed four regular season games plus the playoff game at Buffalo with two official concussions, along with the. It will not help much on a football field, sorry. Interesting on how tua has to make all these changes to protect himself, but nothing about investing in the oline with coaching and talent. Why? These things can happen. Lazy shot. His attitude is very positive. The Florio approved head coach is a threat to his players health as proven by last year. [51][52][53] Despite injury concerns, however, Tagovailoa was selected fifth overall by the Miami Dolphins. [36] In the Tide's 4728 victory against Texas A&M, Tagovailoa finished 21-of-34 with 293 passing yards, four touchdowns, and one interception. I said the same thing. The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. And that I can do that for someone elses kid, I would want the same for mine when mine does get older, so it definitely changes, Tagovailoa said. Interesting idea, may very well help him. All of that type of training assumes two things (1) you can see\feel it coming and (2) you have some control over your body at that moment. Our faith comes from our upbringing, he said. But the trade-off was that he was able to find an opportunity to start and thrive elsewhere. 1 Alabama routs Louisville 5114", "No. Tagovailoa signed a 4 year. [56], Tagovailoa signed his four-year rookie contract, worth $30 million, on May 11, 2020. And if the teams arent doing it, maybe players should be doing it on their own. The language and traditional customs. The foundation focuses its efforts in communities that have had the most prominent impact on Tua including Hawaii, Alabama, and Miami. Its the best thing in the world. His name is a record of this tradition, and it is a great honor that his grandfather, tasked with passing on ancestral legends and stories, asked that Tua be called this. ", "I was tough. Tua Tagovailoa was born to parents; Galu and Diane Tagovailoa. 1 Alabama names Tua Tagovailoa starting quarterback", "Tagovailoa throws for 387 yards, four TDs as Tide thumps Aggies", "No sweat: Tua goes 8-for-8 as No. It is not going to help you enough to count on in the street, guys that walk around thinking it means they are a weapon now are the ones that get themselves beat up. He likely will never come close to his brother's accomplishments. [67] In Week 17 against the Buffalo Bills, needing a win for the Dolphins to qualify for the playoffs, Tagovailoa threw for a career-high 361 yards, one touchdown, and three interceptions as Miami lost 5626. The Tua-haters had to say the were wrong in the beggining of the year and it really stung. Getty love you both. But for Tua in particular, its not. Tua's primary inspiration as a child was his grandfather Seu Tagovailoa. He has two sisters, Taylor and Taysia, and a brother, Taulia, who plays at Alabama, as well. Faith comes with a lot of important values, he said Love, respect, being kind, but also being honest and upfront. Im very thankful for our child that we have together. I am also very thankful for our coaches and our coaching staff," Tagovailoa said. When you get where youre going, dont forget to turn back around and help the next in line.. Youre playing this sport understanding and knowing the precautions. [48], Tagovailoa was projected to be taken first overall in the 2020 NFL Draft until his season-ending injury led to LSU quarterback and 2019 Heisman Trophy winner Joe Burrow supplanting him as the draft's top prospect. Sign up for daily stories delivered to your inbox. When Tua Tagovailoa's name is called during the 2020 NFL Draft, two things will happen, whether we see his reaction televised or not: He will thanks his parents, and he will praise Jesus Christ. Do not celebrate Tua, he says. maybe he should work on strengthening his neck so his head doesnt look like a ragdolls when he is thrown down. [92] Tagovailoa returned to practice on October 12, but remained in concussion protocol. Culture is different everywhere. 32 overall player by 247Sports in the class of 2017 enrolled early at Alabama. Tagovailoa is not the one particular person affiliated with sports activities in his family. I suppose he can wrap his white belt around his helmet to cushion blows when hes tackled. "To even begin . At Seu's home, which the family considers . Judo can definitely teach you how to fall safely. Two days later, older brother Tua won in his NFL starting debut. In late December, after Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffered his most recent concussion due to his helmet striking the ground, former U.S. Olympic judoka Jason Morris contacted us via . Tua is free to pursue what he wants. February 22, 2023 at 1:07 pm Tagovailoa was selected by the Miami Dolphins with the fifth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draftdespite suffering a hip injury in the Mississippi State game in November 2019 that ended his college football career. As Thanksgiving has arrived, a familiar face wants us to know how thankful he is for his teammates, his family, his wife and, yes, his baby son.Former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Tua Tagovailoa spoke to the media on Wednesday, and he spoke at length about being a husband to Annah and, for the first time, being a father to his new baby son. Looking to the Future. February 22, 2023 at 9:15 am [32] The second game of the season was a home opener victory against New Mexico State. He was also named Offensive MVP of that game. Its hard to picture doing it while holding on to a football though. [86][87] After being a game-time decision for Week 4 on Thursday Night Football, Tagovailoa was cleared to start against the Cincinnati Bengals. In. Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa: Modest performance in close loss. When he woke up he asked me, Are you all right? The problem is that, right or wrong, Tua has become the face of head injuries in football. Hes his own worst enemy. Kenny Pickett had 2 cincussions and how many peole said he needed to reitre as a result? When Tua enrolled at the University of Alabama, Taulia played football at nearby Thompson High School. "Having been around cousins that have had kids that were boys, it kind of makes it a little easier that I have a boy myself with my wife. During their 209 victory over the New York Giants in Week 13, he became the first Dolphins quarterback since Dan Marino in 1994 to throw at least 21 completions in the first half of a game. Itd be a little harder, I think, because I wouldnt know what to do necessarily. Thats why it will be interesting to see whether the Dolphins extend Tuas contract or pick up his fifth-year option. Ive always had a tremendous amount of heart for kids, but now that I have one of my own, you go home and the best thing is when you see them smile and laughing. I have a headache, but thats probably from the beer.. Smart. Tuas size has nothing to do with it! Youve got enough money.. why risk permanent injury? After he finished his high school career, Tagovailoa ranked as the No. [35] In the Tide's fifth game, a victory against Ole Miss, Tagovailoa finished 26-of-36 with 418 passing yards and seven total touchdowns. adding a little muscle cant hurt and maybe he can stop under throwing the deep ball, i cant imagine how aggrivated tyreek was all season getting open but being under thrown?? Every time, the biggest thing that helped me was my faith. We took the blessings and have moved forward. Retire already while you still can have a decent life physically. And its clear hes moving forward with his career, hopeful that hell be able to avoid additional concussions in 2023. Taulia Tagovailoa, Tua's younger brother, is also an American footballer. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Through a lot of repetition you eventually get to where you automatically use the technique without thinking about it. Tua Tagovailoa Background While Tua Tagovailoa was raised in Hawaii, his family is of Samoan ancestry. Though Tagovailoa was raised in Hawaii, he is not of Hawaiian descent he is Samoan. General . But I think that takes time and practice. Galu Tagovailoa is abdicating a family responsibility for a personal one, to help ensure the dreams of Tua. Tua and UCFs McKenzie Milton have followed in Mariotas footsteps. He finished 26-of-31 with 336 passing yards and four touchdowns before sitting out the fourth quarter. The Tauluga is frequently performed as the grand finale of event, often by the guest of honor (Tagovailoa performed the dance at a homecoming celebration that summer, donating proceeds to his home church and youth football league). Galu Tagovailoa said that the injury and ensuing uncertainty was a challengebut that his family looked to Gods guidance through it, as in every other situation. BIOGRAPHY. Such is life in the spotlight when you are an Alabama quarterback. As was a prophetic word given to him by a relative that hed play football in Tuscaloosa. He can just do what Peyton Manning and Drew Brees used to dothrow himself to the ground when a defender is anywhere near you. [33] In his third game of the season, a victory against South Carolina, Tagovailoa finished 28-of-36 with 444 passing yards and five touchdowns. Tagovailoa demonstrated a fencing response, and was stretchered off the field and transported to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center with head and neck injuries. For him, I wish that he would hang it up, but thats his choice. [83] As a result of his historic performance, Tagovailoa was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week 2. Its an uplifting feeling when you see those things in your kids. Its like nothing that Ive experienced.