Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel urges Tua Tagovailoa to apply ‘whooping’ vs. Ravens to winning AFC East

Week 17 proved to be a disastrous chapter for the Miami Dolphins, as highlighted on the latest episode of “Hard Knocks In Season with the Miami Dolphins.” The team suffered a significant defeat against the Baltimore Ravens with a scoreline of 56-19, losing a chance at the AFC’s No. 1 seed, and also faced the season-ending injury of Bradley Chubb.

Despite these setbacks, the Dolphins did not lose their opportunity to become AFC East champions. Head coach Mike McDaniel conveyed a resilient message to quarterback Tua Tagovailoa on the sidelines, emphasizing the importance of bouncing back and focusing on winning the AFC East.

McDaniel’s message wasn’t the only one urging the team to look forward. Linebacker Duke Shelley echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the upcoming crucial matchup against the Buffalo Bills in the final game of the 2023 regular season. The winner of this game would secure the AFC East crown, providing the Dolphins with a chance for a home game in the postseason.

While facing their worst setback of the season, both McDaniel and the Dolphins demonstrated a commitment to keeping their eyes on the future and the opportunities that still lie ahead. “Hard Knocks: In Season with the Miami Dolphins” airs on Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and is available for streaming on Max until the conclusion of the Dolphins’ season.