It Looks Like Tua Tagovailoa Has Indeed Learned How To Fall

It's not everyday that you celebrate a 25 year old man learning how to fall, but today is one of those days. When I first heard that Tua was taking Jiu Jitsu classes so he could learn how to fall, I couldn't help but laugh. Turns out there was nothing funny about it. 

Tua's taking a couple of big hits this preason and I have to admit, watching Tua get hit and not slamming his head on the ground is a huge sigh of relief. I guess all those throws and takedowns, has really helped Tua develop a sense of body awareness and balance, allowing him to position himself for a safer impact when falling. 

I know it sounds like I'm blowing all of this out of proportion but just from what I've seen this preseason you can tell that his training will not only reduce the risk of injury in games but confidence within the organization when he gets lit the fuck up in an NFL game. The Dolphins season will ride or die based on Tua's health. If he can play all 17 games there's no telling what this team can do. However, if he misses time, we are absolutely fucked.