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Kirk Cousins and Tua Tagovailoa are two in-form quarterbacks in the 2022 NFL season. Both players have led their teams to winning records. If you are facing a decision between the two in your fantasy league, it might be difficult to reach a decision.
Cousins is the more experienced of the two, and has been playing for ten and a half years. The Minnesota Vikings shot caller leads a high-powered offense that features superstar receiver Justin Jefferson. Cousins is an accurate passer, but is often labeled a brand-standard average quarterback. He doesn't get the praise he deserves and receives more than his fair share of flack when problems arise. Cousins has led the Vikings to a 5-1 start, his best-ever start to an NFL season.
Tua Tagovailoa, on the other hand, is having the best spell of his young NFL career. The University of Alabama alum is reaping the fruits of Miami's front office after they invested in Tyreek Hill. He has often been criticized for his arm strength and his inability to throw long passes. However, he is known to be one of the most accurate passers in the NFL. He led his side to a 3-1 start before missing a few games due to concussion.
If you are to choose one for Week 8, we recommend you start Kirk Cousins over Tua Tagovailoa
Why you should start Kirk Cousins over Tua Tagovailoa
The main reason we recommend this is due to his favorable matchup. The Vikings will play the Arizona Cardinals next and we expect him and Justin Jefferson to score a lot of points.
Cousins is a better fantasy pick than because he assures you a level of consistency that Tagovailoa can't, despite all his talents. Cousins has played some of his best ever football this campaign and his mastery has been on display for all to see. He's developed a telepathic relationship with his receivers and everything seems to be second nature.
Tua Tagovailoa, on the other hand, is still getting used to the new Miami Dolphins offense, one that has one of the most dynamic players on its roster. Tagovailoa started the season well. He hurled out an astonishing six touchdown passes in his second game against the Baltimore Ravens but has only thrown two since. His next few games are pretty tricky, so that doesn't necessarily translate well into fantasy football.
How did Kirk Cousins and Tua Tagovailoa perform last season?
Kirk Cousins had a solid 2021 NFL season. He recorded 4,221 passing yards, 33 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. He also managed 115 rushing yards and a touchdown. This all culminated in the third Pro Bowl of his intriguing career.
Tua Tagovailoa had an average season with the Dolphins. His performances were questionable and there were doubts about his future and significant pressure on him to succeed in this campaign. The former Crimson Tide star had a stat line of 2,653 passing yards, 16 passing touchdowns, and ten interceptions. He also carried the ball 42 times for 128 yards and three rushing touchdowns.
How have Kirk Cousins and Tua Tagovailoa performed this season?
As previously stated, Kirk Cousins and Tua Tagovailoa are having pretty solid starts to the 2022 NFL season.
Cousins has led his side, the Minnesota Vikings, to a 5-1 start to the season. He has accumulated 1,502 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and five interceptions in six games. Tua Tagovailoa has been a big part of Miami's 4-3 start to the season, playing in five out of seven games. He's managed 1,296 yards passing, nine touchdown passes and three interceptions.
