On Monday morning, the Miami Dolphins announced that they have exercised Tua Tagovailoa's fifth-year option, keeping him in a Dolphins uniform until 2024.
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This news has caused a stir in the NFL world, and social media has been abuzz with reactions to the announcement.
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One user expressed relief that Tua will be staying with the team,
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but also called for the Dolphins to strengthen their offensive line: "Good. Now go get him a right tackle."
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Bo Brack reported on the Arizona Cardinals' decision regarding linebacker Isaiah Simmons,
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whose fifth-year option decision is also due: "Tua gets his 5th year option exercised.
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Cardinals have until May 2nd to decide on Isaiah Simmons."
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Another fan expressed enthusiasm for the Dolphins' future with Tua at the helm: "Let everybody know we back up," adding a celebratory "LETS RIDE UCE!!!!"
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Myles Simmons, a sports writer, commented on the broader implications of Tua's fifth-year option:
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"One of the obvious dominoes for the QBs of the 2020 draft class. Will obviously happen for Burrow/Herbert as well.
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But those two should have second contracts before the 2023 season starts (and so should Hurts)."
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Finally, Damian Parson sent his well wishes to Tua for a healthy and successful future: "Hope my guy stays healthy and keeps clear of concussions."
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Overall, Tua's fifth-year option news has caused quite a reaction in the NFL world.
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Fans are excited for what the future holds for the Miami Dolphins with Tua at the helm,
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while analysts are already looking ahead to the next big contract negotiations. Tua Time on South Beach indeed.