Tua Tagovailoa's fantasy outlook

Under new head coach Mike McDaniel, Tua Tagovailoa was off to a fantastic start to the year. Before the head injury, he was seventh overall in fantasy points per game, second in the NFL in passing yards, and third in TDs.

So if you own him, there is no justification for benching him because he is having a breakout season and can now play.

More than a week before a thrilling game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, who have one of the weakest pass defenses in the NFL, Tua Tagovailoa was given the go-ahead to make a comeback. Given that he worked out before Week 7, we are confident in his preparation for Sunday.

With Tua out, the Dolphins' attack has faltered, as Teddy Bridgewater and Skylar Thompson have at best been subpar in the position. Despite playing well last week, the Steelers' defensive unit has allowed the fourth-most fantasy points per game this year to quarterbacks.

With Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle on his side, Tagovailoa is an obvious QB1 for this gameweek and could put up massive figures.

Tua is already a streaming candidate in his first game back following a terrifying string of concussions. The quarterback is not only a significant improvement for the Miami attack, but he is also an exciting fantasy possibility this week.

He is, in particular, completing throws to Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, two receivers who significantly raise his profile. He will also face the Steelers in a good encounter. The 24-year-old might conclude this weekend as a top-12 or even better option on the periphery, so don't be shocked.

Before getting hurt, the QB was a reliable fantasy asset, and there's no reason to believe he won't be able to contribute immediately on his return.

Why do we think Tua Tagovailoa is a good fantasy option?

The major question, of course, is whether or not Tua can build on a respectable 69.9 percent pass completion rate, coupled with his 1,055 yards, three interceptions, and eight touchdowns. He can, indeed. He has done alright.

In terms of his competition, Teddy Bridgewater (Tua's backup who took over against the Jets in Week 5) only lasted one play before taking a hit that caused him to lose consciousness and leave the game.

Another quarterback possibility is Skylar Thompson, who had to go in during the loss and completed 19 of 33 passes for 166 yards and no touchdowns. The Dolphins may finally rejoice now that Tua Tagovailoa is well enough to start this weekend.