He can go 15-for-15 with four touchdowns, but when he throws a pick, it's the worst game," Galu said with a smile. Look at the effect that he has. Learn more about Tua's mom and dad, Diane and Galu Tagovailoa. Guess Im an expert. [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]. Whats he gonna do to avoid back injuries, though? - At the same time, it didnt change us as a family. I think the motivation for me getting this far is my family. (@tuamaann_) on Dec 10, 2018 at 2:51pm PST. The problem is that, right or wrong, Tua has become the face of head injuries in football. "Everyone has their opinion," Taulia Tagovailoa said. 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. "It's the worst game.". 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of WVTM-TV. Tua's primary inspiration as a child was his grandfather Seu Tagovailoa. It goes both ways, and we have to be accountable to God as well.. Every afternoon, Galu Tagovailoa said. Just trying to help myself.. Intertwined in the Tagovailoas family life is a reliance on religious values and church life. 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. Hes trying to recapture his mojo baby Yeah!! More focus on getting rid of the ball faster and good protection up front seems a quicker fix. I was watching your show with Peter King talking about Tuas concussion situation and the fact he keeps hitting his head on the ground, Morris said. That wasn't limited to sports, either. Really, after 2 concussions? Its a simple fact. His mother, Diane Tagovailoa, was also raised in Hawaii, though her parents were from the territory of American Samoa, 2,566 miles south of the Hawaiian islands. [93], On October 15, Tagovailoa cleared concussion protocol, but remained inactive for the Dolphins Week 6 game against the Minnesota Vikings. Tua comes from a family of devout Christians. I think its mostly innate. Published: Apr. 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. All glory goes to God, Tua told ESPN (via AL.com). He never had 3 in a single season. It would work if the dudes tackling you were the same size as Tua. 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Looking to the Future. [14] In the next game, against SEC West rival Ole Miss, he recorded his first collegiate rushing touchdown in a 663 victory. Tagovailoa signed a 4 year. [46][47] He graduated with a bachelor's degree in communication studies in August 2020. The media decided he is the face of head injuries. Teach simeone how to fall ? [17] On January 8, 2018, he replaced Hurts in the second half of the 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship due to ineffective play by Hurts. Martial arts will absolutely help him, Ive been studying for years. February 22, 2023 at 6:40 pm He has two sisters, Taylor and Taysia, and a brother, Taulia, who plays at Alabama, as well. Two days later, older brother Tua won in his NFL starting debut. Thats what the move is about.. Those are two pillars of Tagovailoa's life, part of the way he was raised and the culture he calls his own. 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. He was known to sleep with a football in his arm every single night as a small child. Falling is one of the many key elements to mastering Jiu-Jitsu. Through a lot of repetition you eventually get to where you automatically use the technique without thinking about it. Both Tua and Taulia Tagovailoa are devout Christians, and were raised to respect their parents, elders and spiritual mentors. Tua was known for his interest in football ever since he was a little kid. Tua Tagovailoas family will settle in to watch Tua play in his second consecutive national championship game, but this time it is expected. Im thankful for a lot of things, very thankful for a lot of things. Nonsense. Seu believed that Tagovailoa would eventually grow into a football star and he requested that he visit him after every game to report his progress. Retire already while you still can have a decent life physically. He also has two sisters. Such is life in the spotlight when you are an Alabama quarterback. Tua's younger brother, Taulia, played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide as well before transferring to the University of Maryland after 2019. Jets with Injury; Ryan Fitzpatrick to Start", "Tua Tagovailoa returns, throws for 296 yards as Dolphins beat Bengals", "FitzMagic Replaces Tua, Eliminates Raiders From Playoffs in Chaotic Dolphins Win", "Tua Tagovailoa: 'It's a bitter taste in our mouths', "Tua Tagovailoa carted off with rib injury", "Fins rule Tua out vs. I hate see a young players career cut short. [108] As of 2022[update], he is the only starting left-handed quarterback in the NFL. Knowing how to fall helps a great deal. When hes 45 hes going to be a mess. 32 overall player by 247Sports in the class of 2017 enrolled early at Alabama. He brings recognition and honor to a sacred space. Ive said in multiple comments on PFT that Tua needs some kind of help or coaching in how to fall differently, but no one else was saying this, so I figured it would never actually happen. Tua for his health should retire, but I get it having to play for his finances. This . Its whats been passed on from our parents. Its like nothing that Ive experienced. Tagovailoa is the eldest Diane and Galu Tagovailoa's four children. The attention thrust on the family grew with every new success achieved by Tuabut then took a different turn, when a devastating injury took Tagovailoa out of the 2019 matchup against Mississippi State. If Tua goes out again, it will be a wasted season. Tua was said to have grown up with an intense interest in football. If his helmet had the same design, it might help too. I see you are unfamiliar with Judo. Tua Tagovailoa Popularity Most Popular #6562 Born on March 2 #22 Football Player #41 Born in Hawaii #37 Quarterback #21 First Name Tua #1 24 Year Old Pisces #27 Pisces Football Player #4 You just cant make this stuff up. [13] On September 23, in a 590 victory against Vanderbilt, he got more playing time and recorded 103 passing yards and two passing touchdowns. [92] Tagovailoa returned to practice on October 12, but remained in concussion protocol. Happy Anniversary Mom and Dad? 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. How about just admitting that your small stature is a hindrance. It just seems like theres something about the way he falls where he goes limp, falls flat, and his head flops against the ground. He was also named Offensive MVP of that game. [51][52][53] Despite injury concerns, however, Tagovailoa was selected fifth overall by the Miami Dolphins. Even during the rough times, Tagovailoa has leaned on his support system at home. 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. Interesting idea, may very well help him. 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. Tua should study cats, cause they always land on their feet. Exploring his faith, family history and Samoan roots, How Tua Tagovailoa's Hawaii roots prepped him for college success. Galu steps in, explaining that in Samoan culture, it is a great honor to have your name known. Tagovailoa can be the best quarterback the school has had in decades. Tagovailoa is the eldest Diane and Galu Tagovailoa's 4 youngsters. Family stands in to help Tua Tagovailoa learn Dolphins' new playbook. [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. 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. It's almost amazing he didn't win a Heisman Trophy during his NCAA career considering all that he achieved. Too many players whove had a lot of concussions are non functioning people due to the physical hits to their body and heads. Later in the game, Tagovailoa recorded his first career touchdown on a pass thrown to DeVante Parker. Having played football and been tackled and doing the tackling it may help in the right situations but it isnt going to solve the problem. Just because its something you dont understand, doesnt mean its comical. [69] Tagovailoa was later ruled out for the Dolphins Week 3 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders, as it was revealed that he had fractured several ribs. 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.Tagovailoa and the 7-3 Miami Dolphins face the Houston Texans on Sunday, Nov. 27. "For us to be around my son Tua that's the main reason for the move," Galu told AL.com. Is everything okay? He was worried about his mother, he said. 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. He likely will never come close to his brother's accomplishments. Itd be a little harder, I think, because I wouldnt know what to do necessarily. I alway root for Tua. The guy has thick skin and hes a great teammate. [38] He underwent surgery to repair the ankle the following day, and did not play in the next game against Arkansas (a 487 victory led by quarterback Mac Jones). 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. and Players' Union Agree to Change Concussion Rules", "Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa to return to field Wednesday; timeline for return to play still TBD", "Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa clears concussion protocol, slated to start Week 7 vs. Steelers", "Tua Tagovailoa returns, Dolphins beat Steelers when defense closes out win", "Pro Bowl voting surprise: NFL star gets left off roster despite winning fan vote, plus two teams get snubbed", "Source: Tua still in protocol 1 month after entry", "Packers vs. Dolphins - NFL Game Recap - December 25, 2022", "Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa back in concussion protocol", "Tua concussion has Bridgewater in line to start", "Dolphins' Mike McDaniel confirms Tua Tagovailoa suffered a concussion, Teddy Bridgewater to start vs. Patriots", "TAGOVAILOA OUT, ROOKIE THOMPSON TO START FOR MIAMI VS. You can tell where his thoughts are at, and he is like 10 years ahead of his age right now, which is an awesome thing.. Youve got enough money.. why risk permanent injury? Tua at least tries to rectify or solve problems. Were just regular people, and we dont need to be lifted up because of what Tuas doing. Visit www.southernchristianwriters.com and join the Southern Christian Writers Conference Facebook Group. Everyone goes to church and we are together teaching our children the importance of church and God. 1 Alabama to 4728 Win over Texas A&M", "Tua Tagovailoa injured in Tennessee game, ruled out for 2nd half", "Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa Underwent Ankle Surgery; Out vs. Arkansas with Injury", "Alabama Football: Studs and Duds from Alabama win over Arkansas", "Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa starts against LSU after ankle surgery", "Joe Burrow leads No. He spent his rookie season alternating as a backup and starter before becoming the team's primary starter in 2021. [34] In the Tide's 497 victory against Southern Miss, Tagovailoa finished 17-of-21 with 293 passing yards and five touchdowns. No amount of chest compression can bring you back from a popped brain. While Tuas family members will be in attendance for the game, the reports of 400 people appear to have been exaggerated. McDaniel . Everyone that bailed on Tua will once again have to eat some crow next year. one of the first things they teach in jiu-jitsu is how to fall correctly but im not sure it can translate to football. Its the best thing in the world. 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. Or maybe his football coaches can teach him to throw the ball out of bounds. Trade Tua and draft picks for Lamar Jackson. Who would have ever thought I would have been here, right now in this moment. Too bad it wasnt Kung Fu then when he scored a touchdown the stadium could play Everyody Was Kung Fu Fighting. Tagovailoa has missed time with injuries in college and during his first three seasons in the NFL, including the concussion issues that ended his 2022 season, but General Manager Chris Grier said . [54] Tagovailoa was also the first left-handed quarterback to be drafted by an NFL team since Tim Tebow in 2010. During a 2015 interview with Sports Illustrated, Tuas father explained that his success was a reflection of his entire family and Samoan heritage. I think we can all appreciate that. I dont want to sound like a turdbut when he got sacked in the Cincinnati gameit sure looked like the guy from the Bengals (cant remember his name) threw him down on the ground like like a rag doll.You and I both know that if Brady got tossed like that,the flags would have been flyover around.I dont know if judo will help that. His father powerlifted and . But there's a . Look at all the plays last season where he suffered concussions. He is as big as most starting QBs and bigger than some. Marcus Mariota is widely known for what he did at Oregon, and now in the NFL with the Titans. [97], Against the Green Bay Packers on Christmas Day, Tagovailoa threw for 310 yards, and a touchdown, but threw three interceptions in the fourth quarter, including the game-losing one to Rasul Douglas in the 2620 loss. Tagovailoa was deemed a four-star recruit during the 2017 recruiting cycle and was ranked the top high school prospect in the state of Hawaii. Associated With He played under head coach Nick Saban during his time at Alabama. They also joined the Church of the Highlands, which Tua had discovered early in his move to Tuscaloosa and excitedly told his parents about. Tua Tagovailoa was born to parents; Galu and Diane Tagovailoa. Tua is free to pursue what he wants. And we remind him about that, and also realize that we need to do the same thing. That particular helmet is designed for aerodynamics only it has nothing to do with impact. 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). 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.. In a follow-up email from Jason last night, he pointed out that Tua is indeed working with Judo. 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. ", "I was tough. Its handy in Judo matches though. [16] On November 18, in a game against Mercer, he threw for three passing touchdowns in the 560 victory. I binge-watched Cobra Kai last evening and Im fine. People are raised different. chucksters says: You dont see that with most players, so it seems like something that should be able to be worked on. Tua is named for a bird that circled the islands and, when caught and killed, was divided among the Tagoilelagi, paramount family, Gaoteote, his sister, and the village. Tua also has 3 siblings: Taulia, Taysia, and Taylor Tagovailoa. The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. [107] Although he is predominantly right-handed, his father trained him to throw the ball with his left hand as a child, because he wanted a left-handed son. February 22, 2023 at 10:37 am Its important that he does. We love the Alabama people, we love it here, and its our home now, Galu Tagovailoa said, noting that he has been uplifted and encouraged by the love extended toward Tua and his entire family. Tua Tagovailoa Siblings Tua has two younger sisters and one younger brother. It shouldnt change us, and it shouldnt change what people think of us, he said. That's what the move is about.". All I can think of is Austin Powers yelling Judo Chop! as he storms Dr. Evils lair. There has been an influx of Hawaiian quarterbacks in both college football and the NFL. There's a bigger question by now over giving Tagovailoa . Looking at the situation more broadly, Jason Morris seems to be right. His parents picked up everything and moved across the country to Tuscaloosa to watch their sons live out their football dreams in the SEC. [78], Tagovailoa began the season throwing for 270 yards and a touchdown in a 207 win over the New England Patriots, improving to 40 against Bill Belichick and the Patriots. Tua Tagovailoa is from Ewa Beach, Hawaii, where he was a standout quarterback at Saint Louis School. And let's be honest, he deserves it. Taylor Tagovailoa and Taysia Tagovailoa are his sisters' names. 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. Sign up for daily stories delivered to your inbox. He was punished for bad grades as well. Would love your thoughts, please comment. Zac Al-Khateeb is a content producer for The Sporting News. You just cant make this stuff up. Tua, and his new wife, Annah Gore, have remained private with their relationship. 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. Tua is one of Galu and Diane Tagovailoa's four children. Dont want to see you do it,too. [90] Two days later, the neurotrauma consultant who was involved in Tagovailoa's concussion check during the Bills game was fired. Thank you to the state of Hawaii for the support over the years, the Tagovailoa family told KHON. The elder family members set the example that their lives should center on their Christian faith and relationships with one. Mastering the act of falling without landing on or with the head makes physics being against him a moot point. God's grace, mercy, love and faithfulness in our lives has never been more evident, despite this setback.". Plenty of other players had head injuries this year. 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. "My brother, I know he works hard. Here's what we know about Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's stunning wife, Annah Gore, including how they met and what she looks like. Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is on the journey of his life. Posted in Encouragement, Entertainment, Faith at Work, Family, More, News, Spiritual. Tagovailoa graduated early from Saint Louis School and moved with his family to Alabaster, Alabama, after his commitment to Alabama. 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. [3] During Pop Warner games when he was eight years old, when his peers could typically throw a football little more than 10 yards, he routinely threw passes of more than 30 yards. As a true freshman, Tagovailoa was the backup to sophomore quarterback Jalen Hurts throughout the 2017 season. [55] As his college jersey number of 13 was retired by the Dolphins in honor of Dan Marino, Tagovailoa chose to wear number 1. MORE: How Tua Tagovailoa's Hawaii roots prepped him for college success. [5][6], When Tagovailoa began varsity football in high school, he threw for 33 passing touchdowns during his first season with three interceptions and 2,583 passing yards. Tagovailoa isn't the only. 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. 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?? "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. [80] The 21-point comeback was the first fourth-quarter comeback of 21+ points in 12 years. 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. Tua Tagovailoa's family will settle in to watch Tua play in his second consecutive national championship game, but this time it is expected. Getting clobbered every other game is just unsustainable. 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. NONE! [62] On Tagovailoa's first career pass attempt as a starter, he was strip sacked by Aaron Donald. 1 Alabama rolls", "Tagovailoa throws 4 TD as No. 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. maybe he should work on strengthening his neck so his head doesnt look like a ragdolls when he is thrown down. Football says: Tua is going to have lifetime long injuries to his brain that wont begin showing until hes out of the league and no one cares. With Tuas brother, Taulia Tagovailoa, heading to Alabama next season, Galu and Diane will be driving to Tuscaloosa for a few more years. For us to be around my son Tua thats the main reason for the move, Galu told AL.com. Whats next, taking lessons on how to throw the shot put once a week to learn how not to under throw every deep ball? [43][44] He was carted off the field and flown to a Birmingham hospital before undergoing surgery in Houston two days later. It may be far from home, but Tuas parents felt like it was the best move for the entire family to be together. 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. Tagovailoa also led the league in passer rating and passing average. He finished runner-up to Oklahoma's Kyler Murray in 2018, a year after he led the Crimson Tide to a College Football Playoff National Championship Game win against Georgia and taking over for Jalen Hurts. Not a terrible idea at all. And actually, after his latest concussion, a lot of people were indeed wondering if and when he would retire. But at Maryland, he doesn't have to. E-subscribe to Birmingham Christian Family. If he had had this training, he could have avoided that completely. [94] Tagovailoa returned in Week 7 against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Night Football, where he threw for 261 yards and a touchdown in the 1610 win. [98] The next day, it was announced that Tagovailoa had entered concussion protocol after he was experiencing concussion symptoms he suffered in the game. He led the team to its first 7-game winning streak since 1985. "To even begin . Tua said in an ESPN College GameDay segment that his father used to punish him with a belt after bad performances on the gridiron. Actually, I got rag dolled more than a few times in Judo competitions. When you get where youre going, dont forget to turn back around and help the next in line.. [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. At Message of Peace Church in Ewa Beach, where Tuas aunt and uncle serve as pastors, the Tagovailoa family raised their children on the values of Christ. [23] In the 627 victory over Ole Miss, he was 11-of-15 for 191 passing yards and two touchdowns to go along with 47 rushing yards. Yes, the Austin Powers judo chop is all that is missing. One magical year later, the Alabama QB has an entire way of life on his shoulders. Tuas size has nothing to do with it! When Alabama head coach Nick Saban called, Tua's father was set on Tuscaloosa and so Tua respected Galu's opinion enough to listen to him. I suppose he can wrap his white belt around his helmet to cushion blows when hes tackled. Its actually a sport. Hes gotta do something! [65] He made his return in Week 13 against the Cincinnati Bengals, where he threw for 296 yards and a touchdown during a 197 win. AL.com captured video of him performing a traditional Samoan dance called the Tauluga in June 2018. It means Tua plays not for himself, but for all who nurtured him. Faith comes with a lot of important values, he said Love, respect, being kind, but also being honest and upfront. Tua can change that. As weve said all along, the physics are against him, given his size. Weve got a plan set up, Tua said. Mitch Morse has had six. 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. But it definitely changes the perspective on how I look at kids. Ive heard worse ideas. Judo? [21], On September 1, 2018, Tagovailoa made his first career start at the season's opening game, against Louisville, in Orlando, Florida.