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The Miami Dolphins are preparing for their next game with their lead signal caller finally back under center.
Tua Tagovailoa was back on the practice field Wednesday, more than a month after suffering his third reported NFL concussion in two years.
In an interview with the media the previous day, Tua said he is ready and eager to play but he will not wear the special league helmet, the Guardian Cap, which is worn over football helmets to reduce the risk of head injuries.
Star wide receiver Tyreek Hill (Tua's favorite target) was extremely excited to have the uber accurate quarterback back leading the offense.
"He looked great. Felt like old times. Me and him connected on a few deep shots today and that kind of got me feeling good today," Hill said. "I missed that, and I missed him."
Hill said seeing Tagovailoa making his return almost reduced him to tears.
"(Expletive} was so beautiful, that (expletive) almost made me cry today just having him in the lineup, having him call plays, having him direct the offense, like just hearing his voice," Hill said. "I know that sounds crazy, but he's a big part of this team.
“He’s the franchise, and anybody that doesn’t see that or doesn’t believe it, go to another team. I could care less right now, but like I said, I missed the dude. This whole team misses him.”
Fellow receiver Jaylen Waddle was also happy to see Tagovailoa in the huddle.
"We're back, baby. Strike up the (expletive) band, we're back, baby." Hill said. "Start me this week, baby. Let's go."
The 2-4 Fins take on the 3-4 Arizona Cardinals Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium. Kick off at 1 p.m.
The Dolphins are favored by 3 points.