ATLANTA (AP) — Tua Tagovailoa may have to consider making a helmet visor more than a one-time addition to his uniform.
Tagovailoa’s teammates like the look. Plus, why change back after the quarterback ended a spree of interceptions with his best game of the season while wearing the new accessory?
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Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) hands off the football during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)
Miami Dolphins linebacker Jordyn Brooks (20) reacts after sacking Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington (6) is congratulated after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
Tagovailoa threw a season-high four touchdown passes and the Miami Dolphins ended their three-game losing streak by dominating the short-handed Atlanta Falcons 34-10 on Sunday.
The Dolphins (2-6) outgained the Falcons (3-4) 338-213. Tagovailoa, who threw three interceptions in each of his last two games, was added to the injury report before the game with an illness but showed no signs of being limited.
“Tua is not one to be rattled easily," Miami wide receiver Jaylen Waddle said. “He's extremely confident and we're extremely confident in him.”
Tagovailoa completed 20 of 26 passes for 205 yards with scoring passes to Waddle, De'Von Achane, Malik Washington and Ollie Gordon II. It was especially impressive after he woke up with an eye swollen shut, putting his status for the game in question.
“Probably one of the worst experiences I've had in terms of waking up and having that on a game day,” Tagovailoa said, adding the team's medical staff addressed the issue with antibiotics and he wore a visor on his helmet for more protection.
“It was different,” Tagovailoa said. “I can't remember the last time I played with a visor outside of high school.”
It passed the fashion test with Tagovailoa's teammates.
“I thought it was kind of swaggy,” Waddle said.
Added Achane: “If it was up to me, he'd have a visor on.”
The Falcons were without quarterback Michael Penix Jr., top wide receiver Drake London and sacks leader Zach Harrison, among others, due to injuries.
Atlanta veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins made his first start since a Dec. 16, 2024, win at Las Vegas. Cousins, who appeared in only one game this season in a backup role, couldn't rescue the offense against a Miami defense determined to contain running back Bijan Robinson.
The Dolphins kept the Falcons out of the end zone until Tyler Allgeier's 6-yard scoring run with 5:01 remaining.
“I mean, they went out and smashed us today,” Falcons coach Raheem Morris said. “They had a beat on what we’re doing defensively. Had a beat on what we were doing on special teams. They did a nice job today. We did not.”
Penix was held out with a bone bruise on his left knee after being listed as questionable. Cousins completed 21 of 31 passes for 173 yards with no touchdowns and no interceptions.
The Dolphins’ win came after last week’s 31-6 loss at Cleveland. Coach Mike McDaniel was rewarded for sticking with Tagovailoa after the quarterback was pulled in the fourth quarter of the lopsided loss. Tagovailoa entered Sunday's game tied for the NFL lead with 10 interceptions.
“Any time you have an embarrassing outing as a team you can go one of two ways,” McDaniel said. “I didn't see the negative way as being something that was on the table for this locker room.”
The Dolphins had no turnovers against the Falcons.
Robinson was held to 25 rushing yards and lost a fumble inside the Miami 20 in the third quarter. The crucial turnover came on a rare strong possession for Atlanta, which was stopped without a first down on four of its first five possessions.
The Dolphins outrushed the Falcons 141-45.
“We were trying to keep them one-dimensional,” McDaniel said, adding the game plan was set before he knew Cousins would start.
“It was a priority regardless of the quarterback,” he said.
Dolphins: CB Storm Duck left the game with a knee injury. ... WR Dee Eskridge (shoulder) and S Ashtyn Davis (quad) were listed as questionable to return after leaving in the first half.
Falcons: S Jessie Bates III was ruled out after leaving the game with an ankle injury in the third quarter. ... London was inactive after he was added to the injury report on Saturday with a hip injury. Harrison (knee), rookie edge rusher Jalon Walker (groin) and cornerback Billy Bowman Jr. (hamstring) also did not play. The team placed inside linebacker Divine Deablo (forearm) on the reserve/injured list on Saturday.
Dolphins: Miami has a short rest before playing a home game against Baltimore on Thursday night.
Falcons: Atlanta visits New England next Sunday.
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Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) hands off the football during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)
Miami Dolphins linebacker Jordyn Brooks (20) reacts after sacking Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington (6) is congratulated after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 11, 2026--
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Porter provides comprehensive flight schedules from both Toronto airports, emphasizing its continued investment in Canada’s largest city.
Toronto-City - Nashville is operated on the De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft, with daily service beginning today. The new route connects Billy Bishop - located just minutes from downtown Toronto - with one of North America’s most popular getaway destinations. Since launching U.S. flights from YTZ in 2008, Porter has been committed to providing elevated economy service between Toronto and key American cities. The new U.S. Customs Preclearance facility at Billy Bishop offers even greater convenience to passengers. Porter continues to build frequency and connectivity from the city’s downtown airport, providing more options for travellers than any other airline.
Service between Toronto Pearson and Quebec City will be operated by the brand new 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with 12 weekly roundtrip flights beginning May 12. The new route complements existing Toronto-City service. Connections are available through Toronto Pearson to Western Canada destinations such as Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, and Kelowna. Additionally, these flights are optimally timed for our partner Air Transat’s extensive European network accessible via YQB, including destinations such as Lisbon, Rome, Venice, Paris, and Amsterdam.
Porter’s presence at Toronto Pearson continues to grow, connecting to more than 30 routes across North America, Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica.
On every Porter flight, passengers can expect genuine hospitality and an elevated level of onboard service, including no middle seats, complimentary wine and beer served in glassware, and premium snacks. Routes operated with the E195-E2 also have free, fast WiFi available for everyone.
PorterReserve fares offer passengers an all-inclusive economy experience, with fresh meals, extra legroom seats, premium pre-mixed cocktails, priority check-in, and ticketing flexibility. These options are available à la carte with PorterClassic fares.
Full schedule details are available at www.flyporter.com.
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“Porter continues to build connectivity from Toronto’s two complementary airports, providing even more options for travellers to explore this summer. Nashville and Quebec City are both popular destinations, rich in culture and history. Passengers can now connect easily to Porter’s expanding Eastern Canada network from Billy Bishop and across North America from Toronto Pearson.”
- Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines
“Porter’s new nonstop service to Nashville marks a significant milestone in the continued expansion of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport’s transborder network. This route improves both choice and convenience for travellers, while strengthening Toronto’s direct links to some of North America’s most in demand destinations. With the introduction of U.S. Preclearance and Porter’s ongoing investment in service from downtown Toronto, this launch underscores strong confidence in Billy Bishop Airport’s role as a passenger-focused urban airport. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Porter as we support greater connectivity, drive economic benefits, and deliver seamless travel experiences for the city and region we serve.”
- RJ Steenstra, president & CEO, Toronto Port Authority, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
“Porter’s new nonstop service to Nashville is a great example of how Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and partners continue to evolve in ways that put the passenger first. With U.S. preclearance now in place, travellers can enjoy more choice and a smoother, more seamless experience when flying to the U.S. from downtown Toronto. This route reflects the strength of our partnership with Porter and the Toronto Port Authority, and our shared focus on delivering the kind of convenient, elevated travel experience passengers expect and value.”
- Eve Wiggins, chief operating officer, Nieuport Aviation
“Porter Airlines’ first departure from Nashville International Airport (BNA) marks an important addition to our growing international offerings. As demand for global travel continues to rise in Middle Tennessee, expanding our partnerships is essential to providing travelers with more destinations and greater convenience. Nonstop service to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) offers a direct connection into downtown Toronto, giving our passengers another valuable option for international travel. We’re proud to welcome Porter as our newest airline partner and to celebrate the launch of a service that further enhances BNA’s global reach.”
- Doug Kreulen, president and CEO, Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA)
“We welcome Porter’s continued expansion of service to destinations across the country. Quebec City is a vibrant and important market for both business and leisure travel, and this new route gives passengers more choice, greater convenience, and easier access to the destinations they want to reach across Canada at a time when demand for domestic travel continues to grow.”
- Carl Jones, head of business aviation development, Toronto Pearson
“We are pleased to see the return of the route between Toronto Pearson International Airport and Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport, operated by Porter Airlines. These 12 flights to the Canadian metropolis are fully in line with our objective of offering more options to travellers from the region and across Québec. They also help to strengthen connectivity to popular destinations in Western Canada.”
- Stéphane Poirier, president and CEO, YQB
About Porter
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and X.
Porter Airlines continues to grow its Toronto network with new service between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Nashville International Airport (BNA), as well as reintroducing service from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB).
