All articles tagged with #benching
Christian Pulisic left the field at halftime after a kick to his left calf, with the USMNT already up 3-0 in a 4-1 win over Paraguay. Mauricio Pochettino replaced him with Sebastian Berhalter as a precaution while Pulisic said he expects to be fine, and the team heads into a full week before facing Australia.
After a volatile six seasons with the Dolphins, Tua Tagovailoa's 2025 season proved to be his nadir, ending with a Week 15 benching and Dolphins' record $99 million dead-money cap hit to part ways; he landed with the Atlanta Falcons, where an intro press conference framed the move as a reset. While he publicly acknowledged the need to play better, questions remain about a decline in arm strength and overall play, making a potential Miami return unlikely and effectively closing his Dolphins era.
Miami Dolphins benched quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in favor of rookie Quinn Ewers after a disappointing season, with Ewers set to start against the Bengals. Tagovailoa expressed disappointment but remains committed to helping the team, while the decision was based on performance concerns amid the Dolphins' playoff hopes fading.
Tua Tagovailoa expressed disappointment over being benched as the Dolphins' starting quarterback, stating he is unsure about his future with the team and focusing on supporting his teammates. Coach Mike McDaniel replaced him with rookie Quinn Ewers for the upcoming game, citing Ewers' better chances to win and playing with more conviction. Tagovailoa acknowledged his performance has not met standards, leading to the benching, but remains committed to helping the team regardless of his role.
Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill reacted to the news of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa being benched with a GIF, sparking speculation about their future with the team and Hill's contract situation, as significant changes are expected in Miami.
Giants linebacker Abdul Carter, a top draft pick, was benched for tardiness issues during a game against the Patriots, leading to a profane response and reflections on his need to improve and take responsibility for his mistakes in a challenging rookie season.
The Jets, struggling with an 0-7 record, have been heavily criticized for their offensive performance, especially Justin Fields' play. Jets owner Woody Johnson publicly expressed frustration with Fields' performance, suggesting that the quarterback's struggles are a key reason for the team's poor start, and emphasized that the decision on who will start in Week 8 rests with head coach Aaron Glenn.
Jets head coach Aaron Glenn benched quarterback Justin Fields during the second half of a loss to the Panthers, citing the need for a spark, and is considering future quarterback options as the team struggles offensively.
Jets benched quarterback Justin Fields at halftime during their Week 7 game against the Panthers due to poor performance, replacing him with Tyrod Taylor, amid ongoing struggles with slow release and effectiveness.
Jets coach Aaron Glenn defended Justin Fields after a poor performance, refusing to consider benching him despite the team's 0-6 start and Fields' struggles, raising questions about the team's investment in him and potential future changes.
ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit discussed whether Texas should bench quarterback Arch Manning amid recent struggles, highlighting the potential impact of such a move and emphasizing that the decision ultimately rests with coach Steve Sarkisian, considering Manning's performance and background.
Jake Browning has been benched as the Bengals' starting quarterback due to poor performance, with Joe Flacco set to replace him while Joe Burrow recovers. Browning acknowledged his role in the offensive struggles and expressed his frustration but remains committed to staying prepared and positive through adversity.
Raiders coach Pete Carroll considered benching quarterback Geno Smith during a heavy loss to the Colts due to poor performance, including leading the league in interceptions, but chose to keep him in to allow for practice and improvement. Smith's struggles continue despite his loyalty from Carroll, and the team faces a tough schedule ahead.
Joe Flacco was unexpectedly benched by the Cleveland Browns in favor of rookie Dillon Gabriel after a 1-3 start, with Flacco expressing surprise but accepting his new role as backup. Gabriel, a third-round pick, will start in Week 5, while Flacco, with previous NFL experience including a Super Bowl win, remains supportive and ready to help the team.
Russell Wilson, recently benched by the Giants in favor of Jaxson Dart, asserts he is not done as a player and is committed to helping the team, despite his previous benchings and a challenging season. He emphasizes his belief in himself and his love for the organization, stating he will not ask for a trade and remains focused on contributing to the team's success.