Given Tagovailoa's extensive history with concussions, including this latest head injury that landed him on injured reserve, there was external speculation that he could decide to wear it upon his return. However, that's not the case. Neither the Dolphins nor the NFL can mandate that Tagovailoa wear the Guardian Cap, either.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is set to return from injured reserve this week after suffering a concussion in Week 2. If Tagovailoa clears the concussion protocol, head coach Mike McDaniel plans to start him in Week 8.

Guardian Caps are soft, protective helmet covers that the NFL authorized players to wear during games this season in an effort to reduce head injuries. Several players have worn them over the first seven weeks,

Tagovailoa has traveled across the country over the past month meeting with numerous medical experts. He was not told he would be at increased long-term risk if he resumed his career following a third concussion in the NFL.

The Miami Dolphins have played without starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa since Week 2. Here's the latest on his return from coach Mike McDaniel.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa could return this weekend against the Arizona Cardinals after medical experts cleared him to return to practice following his latest concussion.

DORAL - Dolphins football fans cringed and cheered Tua Tagovailoa's decision to resume practice and potentially play in the Miami Dolphins' next game Sunday at home against the Arizona Cardinals. The team cleared the quarterback to practice on Monday.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is set to return to practice Wednesday after missing the last four games as a result of suffering another concussion.