What happened: The decision ended a competition that lasted beyond roster cutdowns. Tagovailoa, an offseason signing, worked with the starting offense for most of camp and opened the first and final preseason games.

Why it matters: Atlanta carried four quarterbacks on its initial roster, leaving the pecking order unresolved into September. The veteran now gets the first chance to stabilize a position evaluated throughout camp.

What to watch: Week 1 will provide the first measure of whether Tagovailoa can retain the job.