Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has to undergo the Concussion Protocol for the second time this season. Now star quarterback Aaron Rodgers is speaking out and has some advice for Miami’s quarterback.

Tua Tagovailoa of the Miami Dolphins had to undergo the Concussion Protocol for the second time this season during the game against the Green Bay Packers. The renewed concussion poses a risk of long-term damage – now his direct opponent from the weekend, of all people, spoke out and advises Tagovailoa to take a break.

Speaking on the “Pat McAfee Show”, Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers said of Tagovailoa. “Maybe it’s time to take it down a notch,” Rodgers said, even though he knows “that’s the last thing you want as an athlete. “

Aaron Rodgers: “It’s about long-term consequences “

“But at a certain point, you start thinking about your post-career cognitive abilities,” the veteran quarterback continued. After all, he said, there are certain long-term consequences involved.

“I like the kid & the way he goes about his business…. I hope he makes the right decision for him & I know he will “@AaronRodgers12 chats about Tua Tagovailoa being back in concussion protocol PMSLive pic. twitter.com/TnUApL5wU8

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Rodgers, however, said it wasn’t about punching Tagovailoa in the face. “I like the kid. He’s a really good player. I like the way he represents his team and I wish him all the best and a lot of patience during this tough time. “

Should Tua end his career?

Tagovailoa will be surrounded not only by his family at this time, but also by many doctors and people from the NFL. Everyone involved is aware of what the consequences of further head injuries could be for the 24-year-old quarterback.

Nonetheless, Rodgers said it’s best to keep things in perspective. “I’m not talking about Tua ending his career,” Rodgers explained. “Medicine has made such progress in this area, there’s help being offered to anyone who’s concerned about their long-term future. “

Rodgers: “I advise Tua … “

However, Tagovailoa should not feature again this season, according to Rodgers. “I’m advising him not to play again in the season, or at least not for a week,” Rodgers said, knowing “the Dolphins are still in the playoff race and have an important game against New England. “

After that, starting at 10:20 p.m.: Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers against the Minnesota Vikings.

In the end, the Packers quarterback just hopes “that Tua makes the best decision for himself. “