From Tom Brady’s Cameo to Overcoming Injury and Proving His Worth- Tua Tagovailoa’s Origin Story in NFL

The football league has a rising star, Tua Tagovailoa. With roots tracing back to Samoa, his family tree, though immense, is not as massive as the rumors suggest. As a child, Tua’s passion for football burned intensely. His parents recall how he cradled a football each night as he slept. Recently, the football analysts on ‘The Carton Show’ have been dismissing any contempt for this quarterback.

But in this journey, there is a mission. Tua’s playing style has faced critique, yet he now stands atop the pedestal of hype. In the fresh 2023 NFL season, after a victory against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 1, he exudes confidence, defying doubters who deemed him a short-ball specialist.

Willie Colon talking on Tua’s beginnings 

Amidst options ranging from Tom Brady to DeShaun Watson for replacing Tua due to concussion injuries last season, Tua has proven his worth. His origin story in the NFL carries significant weight.

Willie Colon, a former Offensive guard, shared his thoughts on ‘The Carton Show’ today. He emphasized the transformation in perception after Tua led the Miami Dolphins to victory, ending with a score of 36-34. Allegedly, Tua’s height, once questioned at 6 feet 1 inch, is no longer a concern.

On the show, Willie Colon reflected on Tua’s journey, stating, “I like even Tua, man, because you got to talk about the Genesis of Tua. He crawled into the NFL injured, right?” This game marked quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s return to regular-season play since his concussion in 2022.

Colon continued by saying, that even during his return to the team, there were discussions about Tom Brady seeking a new home. And with everything DeShaun Watson was going through, the question arose: ‘Could he find a home with the Miami Dolphins?’

Tua silenced his critics, as Colon asserted, “Now, he’s [Tua] saying, ‘I’m just gonna have to put up 466 yards a game for you to realize that I’m the future for the month.'”

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Later, Craig Carton concurred with Colon, admitting his past doubts about Tua, “I have to respect Tua.” Acknowledging being a great NFL quarterback doesn’t require throwing a 70-yard bomb. “When he’s been healthy has proven, against guys like me, all the doubters that he’s a legitimate NFL top 10 quarterback.”

The natural Genius, Tua Tagovailoa

Lastly, let’s delve into Tua’s origins and his impressive records. A quick peek at Tua’s 2023 season game one stats: 466 yds, 3 TDs, 1 int, QBR 87.5, ranking him 3rd. His inaugural start for the Miami Dolphins carries significance beyond the franchise; it resonates with the entire Polynesian football community.

Hailing from Ewa Beach, a quaint city on O’ahu, Tua’s upbringing unfolded in Hawaii, although his lineage stems from Samoa, not Hawaii. Reports suggest that even at the tender age of eight, when his peers could barely launch a football 10 yards, Tua consistently hurled passes exceeding 30 yards.

During his tenure at Alabama, spanning two seasons, Tagovailoa amassed impressive statistics: 7,442 yards, a completion rate of 69.3%, 87 touchdowns, and a mere 11 interceptions. Notably, he employs shoulder fakes to deceive defenders and rarely locks onto his target until the crucial moment to release the throw.

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