Former Alabama and Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa, brother of Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, will get a chance in the NFL next weekend. The 24-year-old will attend the Seattle Seahawks’ rookie minicamp on a tryout after going undrafted, according to NFL Media.
The Seahawks’ quarterback room currently includes Geno Smith, Sam Howell and undrafted free agent Chevan Cordeiro from San Jose State.
Taulia was seeking a sixth year of eligibility to play college football, but the NCAA denied his request. The Hawaii native was named Polynesian college football player of the year in 2023 and made the All-Big Ten second team each of the last two seasons.
He played and started 12 games last season, finishing with the Big Ten’s best marks in completions (290), attempts (437), yards (3,377) and passing touchdowns (25). However, he gave up the ball the most, as his 11 interceptions were also a Big Ten high. Taulia had a 66.4 completion percentage and a career-high five rushing touchdowns.
Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Taulia was on their selection committee, adding that Tua wanted his younger brother to go wherever he fit in.
“Tua lobbies for the person and the player, but Tua is not a hoarder of his family members. He wants him to leave in the best situation. He’s a good kid,” McDaniels said (via the official team transcript).
