In a dramatic turn of events, Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa faced the media on Monday, breaking his silence since his former coach Brian Flores made public comments about their turbulent relationship. The tension between the two came to light last week when Tagovailoa opened up about the challenging experience he endured during Flores’ tenure as the head coach of the Dolphins.
“He was a terrible person,” Tagovailoa didn’t mince words as he described his former coach, accusing him of constantly belittling and criticizing him. The quarterback did not shy away from expressing his true sentiments, revealing the harsh reality of their time together.
Now serving as the defensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings, Flores acknowledged that there were areas where he could improve, admitting, “there are things I can do better for sure.” Despite addressing the media and acknowledging his shortcomings, Flores has not taken the initiative to reach out to Tagovailoa directly to address the situation.
During the press conference at the Baptist Health Training Complex, Tagovailoa remained stoic and composed, providing concise responses to inquiries about Flores. When asked if he had seen Flores’s response to his comments, Tagovailoa straightforwardly stated, “I haven’t heard from him. I haven’t seen his comments publicly.” With a sense of finality, he added, “There’s nothing more I’d like to add to that.”
The tension between Tagovailoa and Flores continues to linger, as the quarterback navigates the aftermath of his candid revelations. The football world eagerly awaits to see if there will be any reconciliation between the two or if their relationship remains strained for the foreseeable future.