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NFL’s first start creates attention around Quinn Ewers.

Quinn Ewers will take a big step this Sunday. The former Texas quarterback will make his first NFL start for the Miami Dolphins. Head coach Mike McDaniel made the call after another rough night from Tua Tagovailoa.

Tagovailoa was benched following Monday night’s loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The offense struggled early and never found rhythm, and Tagovailoa finished the game with just 65 passing yards and one interception by the fourth quarter. However, the late stat boost did not change the staff’s view.

“I think the quarterback play last night was not good enough, and so for me, everything’s on the table,” McDaniel told reporters Tuesday.

The move puts all the attention on Ewers. It also brings some curiosity to his personal life. Fans online started talking about his girlfriend, Mady Barnes, after news of the benching broke.

Ewers, the No. 231 pick in this year’s draft, played briefly in October against the Cleveland Browns but mostly watched from the sideline. With three games left, Miami is now turning to the rookie to see what he can do.

All About Mady Barnes

Quinn Ewers' Girlfriend Is Going Viral After Dolphins Announce Tua Tagovailoa Benching [PHOTOS] - NewsBreakQuinn Ewers with his girlfriend (Photo Via Instagram/@madelynebarnes)
Barnes first came into attention during the 2024 College Football Playoff. Cameras caught her cheering for Texas while she was at the University of Oklahoma. Fans quickly noticed, and many realized she was supporting her boyfriend.

Ewers and Barnes confirmed they were dating in February 2023. Since then, they’ve shared trips and daily life on social media, often getting lots of love.

According to PEOPLE, Barnes works in social media marketing and online advertising. She also has an athletic background, having played volleyball and been a cheerleader in high school.

Barnes hasn’t commented publicly about Ewers becoming Miami’s starting quarterback. Her social media has stayed quiet, but fans are still hyped up.
Quinn Ewers' Girlfriend Was Causing A Major Distraction ...Mady Barnes (Photo via Instagram)
The Dolphins will face the Cincinnati Bengals at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday. Ewers will get a chance to lead the offense under real game pressure.

Whether Barnes attends the game remains unclear. But her presence is expected. For now, the focus stays on Ewers and his first NFL start