Miami quarterback
Definition
The starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins, an NFL team based in Miami, Florida. Currently (as of early 2026), this position is held by Tua Tagovailoa, amid discussions of late-season benching and contract extensions.
Informal shorthand used by fans and media to refer to the Dolphins' primary signal-caller, often in contexts highlighting their performance, drama, or tropical flair.
Examples
The Miami quarterback dodged the blitz like he was evading paparazzi at South Beach.
Fans chanted for the backup after the Miami quarterback's late-season benching turned Miami into a quarterback soap opera.
With his fifth-year option locked in, the Miami quarterback is set to sling it in aqua and orange through 2026.
Drafting a new Miami quarterback would be like trading flip-flops for snow boots in this heat.