ESPN's Stephen A. Smith has criticized Tua Tagovailoa's performance, emphasizing his struggles against winning teams while debating with Molly Qerim, who argued that Tagovailoa's contract extension alleviates pressure on him compared to other quarterbacks like Aaron Rodgers and Josh Allen. Despite these criticisms, Tagovailoa is looking forward to participating in the Dolphins' upcoming preseason game, hoping to build on his successful season that saw him throw for a career-best 4,624 yards. Head coach Mike McDaniel has praised Tagovailoa's growth since joining the NFL, and the quarterback is now under contract with Miami through 2028 after a lucrative extension. The Dolphins are preparing for their upcoming season after suffering a Wild Card Round exit against the Kansas City Chiefs, and Tagovailoa aims to improve despite facing injury challenges last year. Miami's performance in recent practices has shown mixed results, with Tagovailoa experiencing some struggles, including an interception during practice. As the Dolphins continue to prepare for the season, the focus remains on how Tagovailoa can lead the team effectively.