‘Being Fired Isn’t Enough’: Despite Medical Consultant Being Fired, NFL World Still Fuming Over Tua Tagovailoa’s Career-Shortening Concussion
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Sep 29, 2022; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Josh Tupou (68) sacks Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Tagovailoa sustained a head injury on the play and left the game for treatment. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports
Tua Tagovailoa dealt with a scary moment that shook the NFL from top to bottom. Questions surround the medical staff who evaluated the quarterback. The investigation could be far from over, but stern action has taken place. The NFLPA has fired the Unaffiliated Neurotrauma Consultant who allowed Tagovailoa to return during the Bills game. Although, the NFL Universe believes it is far from done.
The situation arose during the Week 3 game when Tua Tagovailoa faced a brutal hit from the Bills’ defense. The QB also fumbled while walking back to the huddle. However, Tagovailoa came for Week 4 and faced another blow to the back of his head. The staff had to stretcher him off and take him to a local hospital. Multiple entities have been on the target list ever since.
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As per ESPN, “The unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant involved in clearing Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa during Sunday’s game against the Bills has been fired after it was found he made ‘several mistakes’ in his evaluation, according to ESPN and multiple reports.”
The unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant involved in clearing Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa during Sunday's game against the Bills has been fired after it was found he made "several mistakes" in his evaluation, according to ESPN and multiple reports.
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— ESPN (@espn) October 1, 2022
The NFL Players Association used their privilege to expel the doctor. In an agreement with the NFL, the association can fire an unaffiliated neurotrauma expert without seeking permission.
NFL Universe believes the tragic Tua Tagovailoa issue remains far from gone
The NFL universe remained introspective after the termination of the consultant. However, they also have extended thoughts that suggest this situation is not over. Many believe that the expel is not enough ad want a further investigation of the scene.
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ESPN’s Louis Riddick called that firing someone is not enough and called it to be gross incompetence.
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Sometimes being fired just isn’t enough. This is such gross incompetence it’s insulting.
— Louis Riddick (@LRiddickESPN) October 1, 2022
A user shared one of Shannon Sharpe’s videos to express how Tagovailoa’s lawyer would feel.
Live look at Tua’s attorney
— Sinai (@SinaiNot) October 1, 2022
A user made stern allegations and wants the FBI to investigate the situation.
Oh bullshit .. he was just following orders from the coaching and owners .. the NFL is trying to cover its ass. Somebody from the Miami ownership family, coaching staff and NFL needs to go to jail! There needs to be an independent investigation.I say the FBI! This is ridiculous
— Christian Bochnowich (@ChrisBochnowich) October 1, 2022
A user questioned if the Dolphins didn’t claim it was his back.
But the Dolphins told us it was his back???
— Tefaha (@TefahaMuney) October 1, 2022
A user claimed that they are not a doctor and knows that it is not okay.
I’m not a doctor and I know he’s not ok pic.twitter.com/bLkIL4UzP4
— Southie Brendan (@BrendanJ1105) October 1, 2022
A user claimed that everyone saw Tua suffer a severe concussion in the Buffalo game. He added that Tagovailoa should not have played in the Bengals game either.
Anyone could see Tua was severely concussed in that Buffalo game. Shouldn’t have been allowed back in that game. Never ever should have played in that bengals game either. He shouldn’t have even been allowed to travel to Cincy with the team. 🤦🏾♂️🤬
— TuaManCrush 🐬🇯🇲 (@CrushStanton) October 1, 2022
A user claimed that the entire organization failed the quarterback.
He’s the fall guy, but the whole organization failed Tua. The Dolphins head coach has to share some of the blame. He didn’t need to defer completely to this “specialist”. He could have said no he’s not playing.
— ezekiel11.eth (@ezekiel11) October 1, 2022
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A user clarified that ‘unaffiliated’ meant that the neurotrauma consultant was not under the team. Instead, they are on the NFL’s payroll.
“Unaffiliated” means he’s not part of the team’s staff but rather on the NFL’s payroll. Lol, he still has the proper credentials
— Nℹ️c Castellucci (@Nicapedia) October 1, 2022
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Tagovailoa’s situation raises eyebrows about how he was treated for his concussion by the medical evaluators. Nevertheless, the NFLPA and its protocols remain under scrutiny.
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