How Tua Tagovailoa, the Dolphins QB torching the rest of the NFL, makes and spends his money

Meredith CashJan 14, 2024, 01:22 IST

Tua Tagovailoa.Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is torching the rest of the NFL this season.
Despite his flashy style on the gridiron, Tagovailoa leads a relatively modest life off the field.

Tua Tagovailoa has taken his talents to another level this season.

The Miami Dolphins quarterback has been torching the rest of the NFL through the first seven weeks of the 2023 season. He leads the league's starting QBs in total passing yards, yards per attempt, completion percentage, and passing touchdowns while helping his team to an AFC East-leading 5-2 record.

Though his star power continues to grow on the gridiron, Tagovailoa maintains a relatively modest lifestyle away from the field. Here's how the 25-year-old makes and spends his millions.

Tua Tagovailoa is, by many metrics, the NFL's top quarterback this season.

Tua Tagovailoa with the Miami Dolphins.Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

The Hawaiian star's professional success comes as little surprise given his background.

Tua Tagovailoa stiff arms an opponent while running the ball in high school.Darryl Oumi/Getty Images

Tagovailoa began his Alabama tenure on the bench, then earned the starting QB spot over a future NFL starter.

Tua Tagovailoa with the Alabama Crimson Tide.Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

The southpaw's draft stock slipped due to concerns surrounding the injury that ended his college career.

Tua Tagovailoa at the NFL Combine.Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Much like in college, Tagovailoa began his Dolphins career on the bench before earning the starting job mid-season.

Tua Tagovailoa calls out a play during a preseason game.AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee

He silenced the doubters in 2022, but his breakout didn't come without controversy.

Tua Tagovailoa walks off the field after a win against the Buffalo Bills.AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee

Tagovailoa considered walking away from the game after his string of concussions.

Tua Tagovailoa sits on the ground after taking a hit against the Buffalo Bills.Megan Briggs/Getty Images

He's had his best season yet in 2023.

Tua Tagovailoa celebrates a play.AP Photo/Chris Szagola

Tagovailoa's recent play has made his four-year, $30+ million contract well worth it to the Dolphins.

Tua Tagovailoa.Jeff Dean/AP Images

The superstar quarterback makes considerable cash from sponsorships and investments.

Tua Tagovailoa wears Bose headphones.AP Photo/Doug Murray

Though he's careful with his money, Tagovailoa has made several big purchases since going pro.

Tua Tagovailoa.Clive Mason - Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty Images

He also has a family to feed.

Tua Tagovailoa.Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Faith and philanthropy both factor into Tagovailoa's life in a massive way.

Tua Tagovailoa points to the sky after the Miami Dolphins scored a touchdown.Megan Briggs/Getty Images

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