Apply the same stanards to everyone, otherwise keep your opinion to yourself. 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 . Don't miss a story! Following their loss, and with the Los Angeles Chargers defeating the Denver Broncos, the Dolphins were eliminated from playoff contention for the fifth consecutive year, and 18th time in 20 seasons. I do have a lot of family members, but if you could ask anyone in here if they can name 400 people, I dont think anyone could even name 100 off the top of their head, Tua told Sports Illustrated. He has two sisters, Taylor and Taysia, and a brother, Taulia, who plays at Alabama, as well. Saatva Mattress Review: Our Pick for the Best Overall Bed of 2023, We Found 12 Cute Planters and Flower Pots That Cost Less Than $25, Here's Where to Watch and Stream Marvel's 'Ant Man and the Wasp: Quantumania' Online. It didnt help Inspector Clouseau that much. You must be logged in to leave a comment. Frankly, we missed it in the days preceding the Super Bowl. 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. [25] In a limited role against Louisiana, he was 8-of-8 passing for 128 passing yards and two passing touchdowns in the 5614 victory. He is as big as most starting QBs and bigger than some. And let's be honest, he deserves it. Tua and UCFs McKenzie Milton have followed in Mariotas footsteps. Your brain needs time to heal after. Click here to read the full June 2020 issue! And, at some point, his next concussion will be the one that will prevent doctors from clearing him to play again. Many have said that the Miami Dolphins quarterback should at least consider the possibility of retirement. Bicycle helmets have a point on the back to help with impact. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 1 draft pick, Tua Tagovailoa turns to Judo to avoid head injuries when falling, Report: Derek Carr wants $35 million per year, Mike McCarthy: Kellen Moore wants to light the scoreboard up, I want to run the damn ball, The Raiders are the betting favorites to land Aaron Rodgers, ESPN reiterates report that Lamar Jackson wants a fully-guaranteed deal, Arrest warrant issued for Jalen Carter for reckless driving, racing, Aaron Rodgers says hell make a decision soon enough, Competition Committee begins to explore the quarterback push play, Players say Chiefs discourage them from reporting injuries, have NFLs worst training staff, Report: Jalen Carter was present at teammates fatal crash, misled police about it, hell devote one day per week to Judo training. 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. Ive heard my parents say many times that it takes a village to raise a child. Every time, the biggest thing that helped me was my faith. When he woke up he asked me, Are you all right? For us to be around my son Tua thats the main reason for the move, Galu told AL.com. Actually, I got rag dolled more than a few times in Judo competitions. He also has two sisters. [18] He threw the game-winning 41-yard touchdown pass in overtime to another true freshman, wide receiver DeVonta Smith as the Crimson Tide defeated the Georgia Bulldogs; 2623 claiming their 17th National Championship. Theres a reason why theres weight classes in any combat fighting sport. Too bad it wasnt Kung Fu then when he scored a touchdown the stadium could play Everyody Was Kung Fu Fighting. Tua Tagovailoa celebrates the 2018 national championship with his parents, Diane and Galu Tagovailoa. Tua said in an ESPN College GameDay segment that his father used to punish him with a belt after bad performances on the gridiron. 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. Tagovailoa is not the one particular person affiliated with sports activities in his family. Modern judo is a more controlled enveriment. The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. I just go to the scene in the movie Necessary Roughness where the linebacker knocked out the other team with his martial arts moves. Hopefully Milano gets what he deserves this year and someone takes his knees out. Tua for his health should retire, but I get it having to play for his finances. Something went wrong. Judo is not going to help him when a 300 pound man is THROWING him around. Register now! He was highly respected in the local Samoan community and was regularly addressed as "Chief Tagovailoa". [84], During Week 3 against the Buffalo Bills, Tagovailoa briefly left the game with what the Dolphins claimed was a back injury but eventually returned to the game, finishing with 186 passing yards and a touchdown as the Dolphins won 2119. As weve said all along, the physics are against him, given his size. Were just regular people, and we dont need to be lifted up because of what Tuas doing. During a 2015 interview with Sports Illustrated, Tuas father explained that his success was a reflection of his entire family and Samoan heritage. maybe he should work on strengthening his neck so his head doesnt look like a ragdolls when he is thrown down. On September 9, he made his collegiate debut against Fresno State in a home game at BryantDenny Stadium. [55] As his college jersey number of 13 was retired by the Dolphins in honor of Dan Marino, Tagovailoa chose to wear number 1. I have a headache, but thats probably from the beer.. Smart. Prior to the game, teams were 0711 when trailing by at least 21 points in the fourth quarter since 2011. I see you are unfamiliar with Judo. . Whats he gonna do to avoid back injuries, though? 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of WVTM-TV. [3] Galu steps in, explaining that in Samoan culture, it is a great honor to have your name known. 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. 497", "Tua Tagovailoa's 4 TDs Lead No. Football says: Were strongly taught back home that family is so important and how we stick together is everything.. [10] He attended Saint Louis School in Honolulu, the same school as 2014 Heisman Trophy winner and Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota,[11] where Mariota served as a mentor to him when they were growing up in Hawaii. Tua Tagovailoa's age is 24. Thats why it will be interesting to see whether the Dolphins extend Tuas contract or pick up his fifth-year option. He started laughing and singing. 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. [77] A few weeks later several sources confirmed differences between Tagovailoa and Flores with rumors of heavy discussions among them. Itd be a little harder, I think, because I wouldnt know what to do necessarily. Even during the rough times, Tagovailoa has leaned on his support system at home. Taylor Tagovailoa and Taysia Tagovailoa are his sisters' names. Its the best thing in the world. At halftime of the 2018 national championship, Saban decided to put Tua into the game after Alabama was trailing. He led the team to its first 7-game winning streak since 1985. He likely will never come close to his brother's accomplishments. In. His name being known honors him, but it honors the elders in his family more. Intertwined in the Tagovailoas family life is a reliance on religious values and church life. Subscribe to ESPN on YouTube: es.pn/SUBSCRIBEtoYOUTUBE Subscribe to ESPN FC on YouTube: bit.ly/SUBSCRIBEtoESPNFC Subscribe to NBA on ESPN on YouTube: bit.ly/SUBSCRIBEtoNBAonESPN Watch ESPN on YouTube TV: es.pn/YouTubeTV ESPN, TUA | Homecoming Part 2: How faith in God, and a prophecy, led Tua Tagovialoa to a National Title, During their trip home to Hawaii in May, the Tagovailoas attend regular Sunday morning services at their hometown church, Message of Peace. [103], On January 9, the Dolphins clinched the AFC's final playoff berth, and their first since 2016. The only way that Tua will avoid concussions is if he learns how to get rid of the ball and how to take a sack. In the 4110 victory, he finished 6-of-9 for 64 yards and his first career passing touchdown, which was a 16-yard pass to wide receiver Henry Ruggs III. Its like nothing that Ive experienced. BIOGRAPHY. Parents Galu and Diane Tagovailoa watched their sons ascension to the top of the sports world from the stands, proud of not just his success but also of the way he gave glory to God and credit to his family. While we all already know Tagovailoa the football player, who is Tua the person? [37], Tagovailoa left the Tide's seventh game against Tennessee early in the second quarter after suffering a high ankle sprain. Tua at least tries to rectify or solve problems. And we remind him about that, and also realize that we need to do the same thing. Sports Illustrated detailed the inspiration for Tua. In recognition of the foundation launch, three grants of $16,667 (totaling $50,000) were awarded on February 4 to the Police Athletic League of North Miami, Big Oak Ranch in Springville, Alabama, and the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame in Honolulu. Now please just stop.We saw Damar Hamlin die on the field this year. Hes right. 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. 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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? Not a terrible idea at all. Tagovailoa's aunt and uncle, Sai Tagovailoa-Amosa and Aoatoa Afuola, watch the SEC title . How about just admitting that your small stature is a hindrance. General . [85] After the game, the NFLPA suspected that the Dolphins might have violated concussion protocols by letting Tagovailoa back in the game and subsequently announced that they would launch an investigation. 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. However, the NFL/Dolphins arent required to enable said pursuits. Tua was known for his interest in football ever since he was a little kid. It's a question NFL fans are asking, and they're likely finding out that he's a very family-oriented person. The media decided he is the face of head injuries. Regardless of the fact that his play improved dramatically under coach Mike McDaniel, teams want and need their best quarterbacks to be available to play. February 22, 2023 at 10:37 am He has two sisters, Taylor and Taysia, and a brother, Taulia, who plays at Alabama, as well. Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa: Modest performance in close loss. [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. Im thankful for a lot of things, very thankful for a lot of things. But for Tua in particular, its not. [3][4] He was said to have grown up with an intense interest in football, with his parents noting that he would sleep with a football under his arm every night as a small child. Tua Tagovailoa isn't the only member of his family with a love of football - younger brother Taulia is a quarterback for the Maryland Terrapins. Tua Tagovailoa Siblings Tua has two younger sisters and one younger brother. Smith runs second-fastest 40 by DL since 03, Saleh compares Carr to Stafford pre-Rams trade, Allen to be ready to roll for offseason program, How to maximize leverage of No. Is hard reset only way to salvage Jets QB dilemma? Vatia, with its lush rainforests and limited development, isnt well known by outsiders. Its not just me out there. It was a difficult decision, but Tuas parents decided to move the family from Hawaii to be with Tua in Alabama. Posted in Encouragement, Entertainment, Faith at Work, Family, More, News, Spiritual. Spoke with my girlfriend this season that most football players rely on pads/helmets, and dont know how to fall properly. Another aspect of Samoan tradition is discipline. On December 21, despite topping the overall fan votes (306,861) for the 2023 Pro Bowl, Tagovailoa was only named as an AFC Pro Bowl first alternate. (I) believe lots of kids in our culture thrive because of respect they give their parents and others in authority.. Maybe more teams should be steering their players toward Judo, in order to teach them how to fall in a way that protects them against suffering head injuries. Tua's younger brother, Taulia, played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide as well before transferring to the University of Maryland after 2019. He played college football at Alabama, where he was the Offensive MVP of the 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship during his freshman season and won the Maxwell and Walter Camp Awards as a sophomore. There has been an influx of Hawaiian quarterbacks in both college football and the NFL. Tua also toured the Church of the Highlands during his Tuscaloosa visit, and is now a member of the church. Faith comes with a lot of important values, he said Love, respect, being kind, but also being honest and upfront. Its hard to picture doing it while holding on to a football though. He fell straight back and hit the back of his head. Tagovailoa[2] was born in Ewa Beach, Hawaii, to Galu and Diane Tagovailoa, as the oldest of four children in a Samoan family. They will have to find another starter at qb just to fill the gaps in Tuas downtime. Tua Tagovailoa, the starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins, is more outgoing, having blossomed into a college star and first-round NFL draft pick after winning a national championship at. 32 overall player by 247Sports in the class of 2017 enrolled early at Alabama. He has to figure out how to protect himself, whether its finding a way to avoid those hits or, as hes doing, finding a way to take those hits without hitting his head.. [96] Tagovailoa would end up not participating in the Pro Bowl. [108] As of 2022[update], he is the only starting left-handed quarterback in the NFL. Really, after 2 concussions? Weve got a plan set up, Tua said. In February 2021, Tagovailoa announced the establishment of the Tua Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to the support of youth initiatives, health and wellness, and other charitable causes. I dont know what Id do if I had a girl. In his first game in nearly a month, Tagovailoa completed 33 of 47 passes for 329 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in a 2320 loss to the Jaguars, dropping the Dolphins' record to 15. Cheryl Wray is a freelance writer who covers sports for the Alabama Media Group. In the Tagovailoa family it was Tua's paternal grandfather, Seu"Papa" to his grandchildrenwho predicted Tua would grow into a football star. Tua now being referred too as Grasshopper in the 305! Tagovailoa finished that game 16-of-24 with 227 passing yards and four total touchdowns before sitting out the fourth quarter. "Everyone has their opinion," Taulia Tagovailoa said. [98] The next day, it was announced that Tagovailoa had entered concussion protocol after he was experiencing concussion symptoms he suffered in the game. Taulia shares the challenges of missing his family back home, joining his new team at Thompson High School, and adapting to the higher caliber of football in, For Tua Tagovailoa, 'Ohana' takes on a much different meaning | College GameDay, Alabama Crimson Tide QB Tua Tagovailoas play is inspired by a single word, Ohana, which in his world, dictates a way of life. Now Ive heard everything, taking judo to learn to fall. Exploring his faith, family history and Samoan roots, How Tua Tagovailoa's Hawaii roots prepped him for college success. The elder family members set the example that their lives should center on their Christian faith and relationships with one. But there's a . When Tua enrolled at the University of Alabama, Taulia played football at nearby Thompson High School. [113], Last edited on 25 February 2023, at 21:21, 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship, Sporting News College Football Player of the Year, "How do you pronounce Tua Tagovailoa? Alabama will play this years title game on the West Coast, much closer to Hawaii. 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. chucksters says: However, he experienced significant playing time due to a couple of blowout victories for the Crimson Tide. Judo is not going to help him when a 300 pound man is THROWING him around. We are a family and want to keep it as a family. He brings recognition and honor to a sacred space. 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. Getting clobbered every other game is just unsustainable. Is everything okay? He was worried about his mother, he said. Its a physical sport.. Weddings, funerals, its not lost. Tua Tagovailoa had his pick of offers to play collegiate football, but said ultimately that Southern hospitality and Nick Sabans character were integral to his decision. But whos counting right? 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. 2 Alabama Crushes Southern Miss. Being close to their son was the only decision they felt comfortable making. [32] The second game of the season was a home opener victory against New Mexico State. The Miami Dolphins hired Mike McDaniel as their head coach on February 6, 2022. 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. 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. being as florio says great for half the seaon is not gonna make it for tus, pick up the 5th yr option as a tryout for him long term, but no way give him an extension. [56], Tagovailoa signed his four-year rookie contract, worth $30 million, on May 11, 2020. He transferred there in 2020 after spending a year as Tagovailoa's backup at Alabama in 2019. He has to figure out how to protect himself, whether its finding a way to avoid those hits or, as hes doing, finding a way to take those hits without hitting his head. 21, 2022, 1:00 p.m. Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa speaks during a press conference on Wednesday . When Tua threw that ball, it changed everything, Galu explained to Bleacher Report. We took the blessings and have moved forward. you are supposed to tuck your chin into your chest to keep your head up and spray your arms out to support your contact with the ground. Diane and Galu Tagovailoa were regulars in the stands at Bryant-Denny Stadium. He had a positive attitude that he would continue to glorify God through everything., With things like the injury, you want whats best for your kid and your heart goes out to them, he said. February 22, 2023 at 9:32 am You just cant. He spoke to the media during a brief interview at a summer camp and expressed his displeasure at their meddling in his personal affairs. Yes there is a skillset to falling without injury. I cant teach someone for free how not to hit there head in the nfl . Tagovailoa isn't the only. Fame wont change the Tagovailoa family. Do not celebrate Tua, he says. The language and traditional customs. 1 dual-threat quarterback and No. Not because it brings attention to the individual, but because a village, and a people, are glorified as one. "Because I'm the only lefty in the family," Galu Tagovailoa said in the ESPN College GameDay segment. The Miami Dolphins have until May 2 to exercise the fifth year option of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. [39][40] Tagovailoa returned three weeks post-surgery to play in the 4641 loss to top-ranked LSU. Hope it helps him in some to many situations. MortimerInMiami says: Trade Tua and draft picks for Lamar Jackson. 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. Didnt Tee Higgins and Kenny Pickett have the same number of concussions this season. [81] His six-touchdown performance also tied the Dolphins franchise record, tying Hall of Famers Bob Griese and Dan Marino,[82] and his 469 passing yards ranks fourth in franchise history. Galu confirmed the news on. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Didnt Tee Higgins and Kenny Pickett have the same number of concussions this season. At Seu's home, which the family considers . Tua is one of Galu and Diane Tagovailoa's four children. [64] Tagovailoa jammed his thumb in practice prior to a Week 12 game against the Jets and missed the game. Since arriving from Hawaii in 2017, he has captivated the world with his rise in the college football landscape. Although entertaining, this just reads like a BS press release cooked up by the front office to deflect criticism for Miami holding on to this guy. Tua Tagovailoa's now-legendary introduction to the college football world came with everything on the line. Dec 25, 2022; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks on from the field during the second quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Hard Rock Stadium. E-subscribe to Birmingham Christian Family. MORE: How Tua Tagovailoa's Hawaii roots prepped him for college success. This is probably the difference in him having an NFL career or not, so I wish him the best in making progress on this. 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. Its part of our Samoa culture. It will not help much on a football field, sorry. Like that, the Tua era was officially underway. It would work if the dudes tackling you were the same size as Tua. "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. Thank you to the state of Hawaii for the support over the years, the Tagovailoa family told KHON. [28] While recovering from the high ankle sprain he suffered during the SEC Championship against Georgia, Tagovailoa put on a nearly flawless offensive performance against Oklahoma in the 2018 Orange Bowl (24-of-27 with 318 yards passing, four touchdowns and no interceptions) to lead the Tide to their fourth consecutive CFP National Championship appearance. [61] During the team's bye week, Tagovailoa was named the starter for their Week 8 game against the Los Angeles Rams.