[80] The 21-point comeback was the first fourth-quarter comeback of 21+ points in 12 years. Not a member? None of them were blindside hits or where he didnt have a chance to protect himself. He was highly respected in the local Samoan community and was regularly addressed as "Chief Tagovailoa". The New York Post shared a photo of. [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. You just cant make this stuff up. "My brother, I know he works hard. 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.. All I can think of is Austin Powers yelling Judo Chop! as he storms Dr. Evils lair. [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. It was kept alive. "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. With that, everything you need to know about Tagovailoa as he jumps from college football to the pros, from where he was raised, his culture and family history: Tagovailoa is from Ewa Beach, a small city on the island of O'ahu, the third-most northern of the Hawaiian islands. [70] He was then placed on injured reserve on September 25, 2021,[71] and would return from injury in Week 6 against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. In Samoa, church is everything. [22] During Alabama head coach Nick Saban's weekly Monday press conference following the victory, he announced Tagovailoa as the starter for The Crimson Tide's home opener against Arkansas State on September 8. Much like Galu explained about Tuas accomplishments, Tuas name is about his community. Why are we still talking about this? Tua was known for his interest in football ever since he was a little kid. Tua Tagovailoa Background While Tua Tagovailoa was raised in Hawaii, his family is of Samoan ancestry. 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. Hope it helps him in some to many situations. (@tuamaann_) on Dec 29, 2018 at 11:11pm PST. . Bryce Young is 511 (at best) and <200 lbs. The family released a statement to KHON 2 announcing the move. I said the same thing. 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. No one is wondering if any of these will retire, Thats a joke. [5], As a child, his main inspiration was his grandfather Seu Tagovailoa. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. Tagovailoas celebrity shot through the stratosphere as he led the Crimson Tide to another national championship game the following season and smashed records43 touchdowns in a single season, 87 career touchdownson his way to compiling a 22-2 overall record. [66] In Week 16 against the Las Vegas Raiders, Tagovailoa threw for 94 yards and a touchdown before being benched in favor of Fitzpatrick again in the fourth quarter. Celebrate Tuanigamanuolepola Tagovailoa. Tagovailoa's aunt and uncle, Sai Tagovailoa-Amosa and Aoatoa Afuola, watch the SEC title . On September 9, he made his collegiate debut against Fresno State in a home game at BryantDenny Stadium. It shouldnt change us, and it shouldnt change what people think of us, he said. Their parents were there for . The Miami Dolphins hired Mike McDaniel as their head coach on February 6, 2022. Until that head coach is fired, Tuas health is at risk. [108] As of 2022[update], he is the only starting left-handed quarterback in the NFL. MORE: How Tua Tagovailoa's Hawaii roots prepped him for college success. [98] The next day, it was announced that Tagovailoa had entered concussion protocol after he was experiencing concussion symptoms he suffered in the game. NONE! Tua, and his new wife, Annah Gore, have remained private with their relationship. 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. He was also named Offensive MVP of that game. And its clear hes moving forward with his career, hopeful that hell be able to avoid additional concussions in 2023. That was the entire narrative, in fact. This . The . It wont work in every situation, but for those types where youre getting shoved and falling backwards, can help tremendously. Dont want to see you do it,too. [41] Despite some struggles (a fumble and INT) in the first half of that game, Tagovailoa rebounded after halftime to finish 21-of-40 with 413 passing yards, four touchdowns, and one interception. Tagovailoa isn't the only. His younger brother, Taulia, currently acts as a quarterback for the Maryland Terrapins football team after transferring from the Alabama Crimson Tide team. And if the teams arent doing it, maybe players should be doing it on their own. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Just because its something you dont understand, doesnt mean its comical. And, at some point, his next concussion will be the one that will prevent doctors from clearing him to play again. touchback6 says: Tagovailoa signed a 4 year. February 22, 2023 at 10:37 am Nonsense. And I defeated Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris at the same time. He helped Nick Saban secure his fifth National Championship as the head coach of the Crimson Tide. Because his father made him throw with his left hand when he was young. I cant describe what Hes done for me and my family. maybe he should work on strengthening his neck so his head doesnt look like a ragdolls when he is thrown down. Im very thankful for my wife. We live in Christ, and are just so grateful for the platform so we can allow others to see what God has done for us.. I would say I first off have to be thankful for my family, my parents, my siblings. He finished his Saint Louis career passing for 8,158 yards and 84 touchdowns, rushing for 1,727 rushing yards and 27 touchdowns. His head injuries must have been very serious. "If I don't perform well, perform the way I'm supposed to, I'm gonna get it after," Tua said, "Just know the belt was involved and other things were involved, as well. [7] Tagovailoa said a big inspiration and motivation for his performance was how his father disciplined him, saying he used a belt whenever Tagovailoa threw an interception. If I dont perform well, perform the way Im supposed to, Im gonna get it after, Tua said, before adding, Just know the belt was involved and other things were involved, as well., Tuas dad has a blast confirming the awful behavior, saying, I was tough. Im very thankful for our child that we have together. [37], Tagovailoa left the Tide's seventh game against Tennessee early in the second quarter after suffering a high ankle sprain. [54] Tagovailoa was also the first left-handed quarterback to be drafted by an NFL team since Tim Tebow in 2010. There, he played for Saint Louis School (Honolulu), which also produced NFL quarterback Marcus Mariota. Actually, I got rag dolled more than a few times in Judo competitions. Ive heard my parents say many times that it takes a village to raise a child. 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. Sometimes you gotta throw it away a bit earlier and avoid the big hit. The thought is that it might train him to protect his head from intense contact and help to prevent additional concussions. Intertwined in the Tagovailoas family life is a reliance on religious values and church life. 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Tua replaced Ryan Fitzpatrick and made his NFL debut for the Dolphins against the New York Jets and completed his first career pass. It is not going to help you enough to count on in the street, guys that walk around thinking it means they are a weapon now are the ones that get themselves beat up. Tua Tagovailoa was upset that the information had been revealed after she secretly wed. [15] In the annual rivalry game against Tennessee, he finished with 134 passing yards, one passing touchdown, one interception, and one rushing touchdown in the 457 victory. 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. 2023 Birmingham Christian Family Magazine. Tua's primary inspiration as a child was his grandfather Seu Tagovailoa. Sound like hes trying to figure out how to maintain his professional career. Though Tagovailoa was raised in Hawaii, he is not of Hawaiian descent he is Samoan. Family and faith Christianity in particular are permeative in the Samoan tradition, and it's no different for the Tagovailoas. It's a question NFL fans are asking, and they're likely finding out that he's a very family-oriented person. Tua's parents, Galu and Diane Tagovailoa,. He spoke to the media during a brief interview at a summer camp and expressed his displeasure at their meddling in his personal affairs. 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. [90] Two days later, the neurotrauma consultant who was involved in Tagovailoa's concussion check during the Bills game was fired. [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. One magical year later, the Alabama QB has an entire way of life on his shoulders. Getting clobbered every other game is just unsustainable. morses 6 concussions have been over several years. For us to be around my son Tua thats the main reason for the move, Galu told AL.com. His instincts were right. Diane was born in Hawaii and Galu Tagovailoa was born in American Samoaan unincorporated U.S. territory located approximately 2500 miles south of the Hawaiian islandsand moved to the state when he was five. At halftime of the 2018 national championship, Saban decided to put Tua into the game after Alabama was trailing. I thank my Heavenly Father up above that I got a boy first. He recalled waiting for Tua to wake up from the surgery to repair his hip injury, wondering what his sons attitude and countenance would be. Sports Illustrated detailed the inspiration for Tua. 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.. It also means knowing that you can glorify God through everything., That leaning on faith and family was on display throughout Tuas years at the University of Alabama, and continued just this April when he was drafted by the Miami Dolphins. Tua Tagovailoa's now-legendary introduction to the college football world came with everything on the line. 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. [13] On September 23, in a 590 victory against Vanderbilt, he got more playing time and recorded 103 passing yards and two passing touchdowns. Can I ask a question, did Tua ever get hit in high school or college cause if he hasnt learned how to take a hit yet it may be too late, just asking. Praying through the series kept me calm, Tua Tagovailoa said after his national championship-winning performance. I dont know what Id do if I had a girl. He finished 26-of-31 with 336 passing yards and four touchdowns before sitting out the fourth quarter. Another aspect of Samoan tradition is discipline. He was punished for bad grades as well. Learn how your comment data is processed. He is as big as most starting QBs and bigger than some. My guess is that Young will suffer many concussions and be thrown around like a rag doll in the NFL. It was a difficult decision, but Tuas parents decided to move the family from Hawaii to be with Tua in Alabama.