Last week, Jalen Ramsey of the Miami Dolphins posted his third-ever golf score on Instagram, showcasing a 94, an impressive feat for a novice. This aligns with ongoing talks regarding quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s contract extension. Tagovailoa’s stellar performance in the previous season has spurred discussions for a new deal, despite some challenges faced by the Dolphins. Negotiations involve weighing the cost of retaining a franchise quarterback against historical struggles in finding one. If an agreement isn’t reached this offseason, Tagovailoa has the option to play on his rookie contract for another year. Comparisons to other quarterbacks’ contracts and Tagovailoa’s performance and injury history shape the negotiation process, aiming for a favorable outcome for both parties.
“He’s a great player, a great leader. I’ve had a lot of respect for his game since he played at Alabama. Just seeing him play, he was always a fun guy to watch play, and I’m excited to catch some passes from him now.” Considering the difficulty involved in finding a starting quarterback capable of leading a team to the heights Miami envisions, there is motivation from the Dolphins to get a deal done. Tagovailoa said this offseason that he believes an extension will be finalized, and that remains the expectation around the league as well. “I think Miami’s come this far. They’ve groomed him, he’s going to get better,” the front office executive said. “You don’t want to lose him. It was so hard to get a quarterback. … It’s just finding that balance. My guess is $55 million [per year], maybe it’s more