Dolphins pivot at QB, but the real story is a nine-figure cap commitment 🤯 Miami’s decision to bench Tua Tagovailoa and turn to rookie Quinn Ewers reshapes the depth chart, but the financial ramifications are far bigger than the on-field move. Tagovailoa already has $54 million fully guaranteed for 2026, with another $3 million of his 2027 salary locking in on March 15. Moving on now would trigger $99 million in dead money. Even a post-June 1 designation only spreads the hit to $67.4 million in 2026 and $31.8 million in 2027. The Dolphins are signaling a new competitive direction while remaining financially tied to their former franchise quarterback for years to come.