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Tua Tagovailoa has pulled up the most spectacular comebacks this season. After sustaining two career-threatening injuries, he pulled a successful recovery and returned to the war zone. The QB1 opened the year with massive success, and he also pulled up a good victory in his revival. It led to a prominent sports analyst comparing Tagovailoa with the NBA GOAT Michael Jordan over one aspect.

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The Saturday Night showdown between the Dolphins and Steelers marked the return of Tua Tagovailoa. Despite a subpar deliverance, his triumphant homecoming helped end the Miami Dolphins’ three-game winless run. It may look like an early return for someone whose injuries shook the entire league. But the QB1 pulled a rebound and received some critique from Bill Simmons.

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Analyst Bill Simmons tweeted his thoughts on Tua Tagovailoa after the time game on Twitter. He mentioned, “Tua is the Michael Jordan of dropped picks.” 

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Tua Tagovailoa finished 21 of 35 throws for 261 yards and a score. It elated the Miami crowd to see the QB1 back in action. Their excitement went over the roof when Tagovailoa connected with RB Raheem Mostert during an eight-yard TD pass. Next Sunday, the Dolphins will play the Detroit Lions.

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The QB1 performed admirably on his return, despite having traces of stiffness. In the first half, he looked intense and guided the Dolphins’ attacking crew. However, Tagovailoa’s performance could have been much worse if Pittsburgh hadn’t missed several interceptions.

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NFL Universe react to Bill Simmons’ thought on Tua Tagovailoa

After the famed sports analyst kept his thoughts on Twitter, the NFL Universe came back with their own set of responses.

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A user added that the QB1 is also 4-0 against the Patriots.

Another user claimed that Mitch Trubisky is standing nearby and will like to speak with you.

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A user claimed that Tagovailoa is better than Justin Fields.

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This user claimed that Simmons is the MJ of biased takes.

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This user claimed that Jimmy Garoppolo is the co-GOAT of dropped picks

Moreover, a user claimed that the Patriots are Jazz and Tagovailoa is the NBA GOAT.

Another user countered saying that it is Jimmy G and Carson Wentz.

Will Tua Tagocailoa keep the Dolphins as playoff prominent? It is subject to witness.

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Pavitra Shome is a senior NFL writer at EssentiallySports. A specialist in NFL Draft and trade, Pavitra is our very own QB when it comes to NFL coverage with nearly 1700 articles under his belt. A Master’s Degree holder in Journalism and Mass Communication, Pavitra uses his editorial judgment to distinguish between a plain rumor and a distinct possibility. A lifetime fan of Tom Brady, Pavitra has recently taken to the new NFL sensation, Patrick Mahomes. He believes the NFL QB transition won’t last for too long thanks to exciting new talent emerging in recent times. Pavitra’s penchant for breaking news and insider knowledge keeps him on the hunt and staying connected with fans. His story on “What Is Going On?”: ‘Reckless’ Referees Hit ‘Rigged’ Cage As NFL Fans Demand AI To Officiate Chiefs-Bengals Epic is a testimony to his ability to be on top of his game. Pavitra aspires to be in the big league of Ian Rapoport, Adam Schefter and Mike Garafolo at some stage in his broadcast career. When not writing or thinking NFL, Pavitra likes to explore. He is a history buff and loves exploring heritage sites and making mini v-logs. Moreover, with a passion for biking, he's always up for a ride!

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