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Tua Tagovailoa enjoyed getting hit for the first time in NFL start

Tua Tagovailoa will play in the National Football League for a long time.

In making his debut as a starter for the Miami Dolphins versus the Los Angeles Rams, the fear that both Alabama and Dolphin fans had was whether or not he would be able to take a hit. Tagovailoa had not played competitive football since his hip injury against Mississippi State last year. In facing a defense that has the likes of Aaron Donald, the former Crimson Tide standout and No. 5 overall pick in April was able to have some success in the passing game.