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Report: Dolphins to Name Tua Tagovailoa as Starting QB

The Dolphins will have a new starting quarterback when they return from their bye week.

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Miami will name rookie Tua Tagovailoa as its starter and move Ryan Fitzpatrick to backup.

Tagovailoa made his NFL debut and completed his first career pass in the Dolphins' 24–0 victory over the winless Jets on Sunday. The No. 5 pick in the NFL draft completed two pass attempts for nine yards after he entered during the fourth quarter.

Fitzpatrick continued to shine on Sunday, completing 18 of 27 passes for 191 yards and three touchdowns.