Trending Now - Tua Tagovailoa Opens up About New Beginnings With Falcons

WHO:

Tua Tagovailoa, quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons

Matt Ryan, former NFL MVP and president of football operations for the Atlanta Falcons

Ian Cunningham, general manager of the Atlanta Falcons

Michael Penix Jr., quarterback competing with Tagovailoa for the starting position

WHAT:

Tua Tagovailoa signed a one-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons during the first week of free agency in 2026.

Tagovailoa led the league in interceptions in 2025 with 15 interceptions.

In 2025, Tagovailoa had a record of 6-8 as a starter, throwing for 2,660 yards and 20 touchdowns.

Tagovailoa compiled a 44-32 record as a starting quarterback over six seasons.

In 2023, Tagovailoa led the league with 4,624 passing yards and helped the Dolphins achieve an 11-6 record.

WHERE:

Flowery Branch, Georgia, where Tagovailoa held his press conference.

WHEN:

Tagovailoa's press conference took place on Tuesday, March 24th, 2026.

Tagovailoa was released by the Miami Dolphins earlier in March 2026.

Tagovailoa was drafted 5th overall in the 2020 NFL Draft.

WHY:

Tagovailoa chose the Atlanta Falcons primarily due to his relationship with Matt Ryan, who influenced his decision.

Tagovailoa expressed a desire for a fresh start and to compete for the starting quarterback position.

HOW:

The Falcons conducted a medical review of Tagovailoa's health prior to signing him, which resulted in a positive evaluation.

(UPDATED March 26, 2026 00:15 UTC)

Tua Tagovailoa has signed a one-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons, marking a fresh start for the quarterback who previously led the league in interceptions last season. During a press conference in Flowery Branch, Georgia, on Tuesday, March 24, Tagovailoa expressed his excitement about joining the Falcons, largely influenced by his relationship with Matt Ryan, the team's president of football operations. The Falcons conducted a thorough medical review of Tagovailoa's health before signing him, which resulted in a positive evaluation, paving the way for his competition with Michael Penix Jr. for the starting position.