Tua Tagovailoa has had his name in the headlines a lot in the 2021 offseason, and most of the time it likely wasn’t something all too positive. Whether it be trade rumors or critics calling him a bust, it hasn’t been the prettiest scene for a young quarterback trying to find his footing in the league.

During his few preseason appearances, the criticism started to dissipate: He looks like a completely different quarterback.

However, the trade rumors are beginning to heat up.

The Miami Dolphins coaching staff has taken a strong stance with the media: Tua Tagovailoa is the Miami quarterback for the 2021 season. They are dedicated to helping him grow and become the franchise star they hoped for when he was drafted No. 5 overall.

However, they could have the option of acquiring an already-established star in the league: Houston Texans’ Deshaun Watson.

Watson’s name was brought up earlier in the offseason pertaining to trade rumors, and Miami was considered a serious contender. Then came Watson’s off-the-field sexual misconduct allegations that led to the investigations by police and the NFL that forced all trade rumors to come to a screeching halt.

Today, Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk reported a Watson trade could be likely within the week. He reports the two teams with the highest likelihood of landing the quarterback are Miami and Carolina.

There’s no word yet on if either of those teams are offering what the Texans wanted: a handful of first-round draft picks and then some.

It is believed, though, the Texans would seek a quarterback in the deal, which means Tagovailoa would likely be on the move in this scenario.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to cover the trade rumors as more information becomes available.

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