Tua Tagovailoa, the Miami Dolphins quarterback, recently compared the coaching styles of former head coach Brian Flores and current head coach Mike McDaniel.

In a candid interview, Tagovailoa expressed a strong dislike for Flores' coaching style, describing it as negative and demotivating, which affected his confidence during his early career.

He reflected on how Flores' tough-love approach contributed to feelings of inadequacy, stating that it took him nearly two years to overcome the negative mindset instilled during that time.

In contrast, Tagovailoa highlighted McDaniel's positive reinforcement, which significantly boosted his confidence as a player.

Under McDaniel's guidance, Tagovailoa has thrived, leading the NFL in passing yards in 2022 and earning his first Pro Bowl selection, with a remarkable 4,624 passing yards and 29 touchdowns in the latest season.

In 2023, Tagovailoa played all 17 games for the first time in his career, showcasing his resilience and development as a quarterback.

Flores was dismissed after the 2021 season, finishing with a 24-25 record, which led to McDaniel's hiring for the 2022 season.

During Flores' tenure, Tagovailoa achieved a record of 13-8 but struggled with injuries and was often overshadowed by veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick.

Since McDaniel took over, Tagovailoa has thrown 54 touchdowns and 22 interceptions, leading the team to back-to-back playoff appearances.

This year, the Dolphins rewarded Tagovailoa with a four-year, $212.4 million contract extension, securing his long-term future with the team.

The marked improvement in Tagovailoa's performance is attributed to McDaniel's offensive-minded coaching, contrasting sharply with Flores' defensive background.