As the Miami Dolphins’ franchise quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa, prepares to make his return to the field this weekend against the Arizona Cardinals, his receiver core, including eight-time Pro Bowler Tyreek Hill, are ecstatic to have him back.
For the past two weeks, Hill has struggled to find his rhythm without his usual quarterback, recording just 140 receiving yards and no touchdowns. However, with Tua’s return to the lineup, the chemistry between the duo is expected to reignite, bringing a much-needed boost to the Dolphins’ offense.
“I’m back, baby! Strike up the (expletive) band, I’m back, baby!” Hill exclaimed during his media duties before week 8, his voice filled with emotion as he reflected on Tua’s return. “We’re back, baby!”
According to Hill, having Tua back on the field is more than just about football; it’s about the franchise’s identity. “He’s the franchise. Anybody that doesn’t see that or doesn’t believe it, go to another team,” he said. “I missed the dude, bro. Me and him connected on a few deep shots today. I missed that. I told him I got to take him and his wife to dinner because I missed him so much.”
The bond between Tua and Hill is evident, and the chemistry they’ve developed on the field is undeniable. Their departure in the first two games of the season, with Tua sidelined, left a void that neither could bridge. “It almost made me cry today just having him in the lineup, having him call plays, having him direct the offense, like just hearing his voice,” Hill said. “I know that sounds crazy, but he’s a big part of this team.”
Much has been made of Tua’s return to the field, with many questioning whether he should continue playing in light of his third concussion in the league. However, Tua has insisted that he will not be forced off the field and is committed to his craft.
As the Dolphins face the Cardinals this weekend, all eyes will be on Tua’s contact throughout the game, with fans, coaches, and players anxiously awaiting his return to the field. For Hill, the wait has been long, but he’s ready to rediscover the magic that made him a force to be reckoned with in the league.
“We’re back, baby. We’re back, baby,” Hill exclaimed, his enthusiasm palpable, as he looks forward to reuniting with his quarterback on the field.
