McDaniel explains why the Dolphins have benched Tua

Mike McDaniel said backup QB Quinn Ewers gives the Miami Dolphins the best chance of winning games, as he replaces Tua Tagovailoa

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00:00The decision is complicated but simple.

00:05The simple piece is I think Quinn gives this team the best chance to win.

00:11Our focus is obviously to win the next three games, but in particular,

00:16like I tell the players, we are focused on beating the Bengals, so that was the motivation.

00:22Zach will be backing them up, and two will be the emergency third.

00:27I would say the biggest thing, and it's being honest with myself as well,

00:33had been my performance.

00:34I haven't been performing up to the level and the capabilities that I have in the past.

00:38It's a dream come true for me.

00:39I've always wanted to have the opportunity to play in the NFL,

00:44and for that to be coming is just truly a blessing,

00:49and I'm thankful for the opportunity.

00:51I was happy.