The Quarterback Roster Shuffle: A Canary in the Coal Mine for NFL Injuries The Atlanta Falcons' decision to name Tua Tagovailoa their starting quarterback for Week 1 has raised more questions than answers about the team's approach to player health and long term strategy.
On its surface, the choice appears a declaration of confidence in the young quarterback's abilities.
However, scratch beneath the surface and it becomes clear that this decision is merely a symptom of a larger issue plaguing the NFL: the unsustainable pace at which teams are pushing their players to perform.