'More entertaining than the game': Tua Tagovaliloa wows NFL fans as he plays guitar on 'ManningCast'

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA: During the 'Monday Night Football' broadcast, Tua Tagovailoa, the quarterback for the Miami Dolphins, captivated the Manning brothers with his musical prowess.

Specifically, Tagovailoa played Eric Clapton's ‘Tears in Heaven’ on the guitar during the Cincinnati Bengals and Jacksonville Jaguars' game.

Tagovailoa's performance was part of his appearance on ESPN's ‘ManningCast,’ where he demonstrated his multifaceted talents.

During his performance, Peyton Manning humorously sang his commentary to the tune of Eric Clapton's melody.

Tagovailoa's impressive display of musical ability highlights his diverse skill set and adds to his already impressive reputation as a talented athlete.

What happened when Tagovailoa played ‘Tears in Heaven’ on guitar?

Tagovailoa appeared on ESPN's 'ManningCast' on Monday night, December 4, and demonstrated his guitar skills with a rendition of Eric Clapton's ‘Tears in Heaven.’

The 'ManningCast,' hosted by former NFL quarterback greats and real-life brothers Peyton and Eli Manning, is currently in its third season, bringing their own spin, analysis, and commentary on 'Monday Night Football' games.

“I can play maybe 'Tears in Heaven' (by) Eric Clapton,” Tagovailoa revealed on the show. 

“Let's go, let's hear it,” Peyton said. 

Tagovailoa's immaculate execution of the signature chord pattern wowed the Mannings right away.

As Peyton sang his commentary to Clapton's melody, Tagovailoa continued to play soothingly.

“The Bengals jumped offsides,” Peyton sang. “I got this, I got this.” 

“Please no,” his co-host and brother, Eli responded. “No one wants to hear you sing.” 

Peyton urged Tagovailoa to keep playing while he sang amusingly. Eli and Tagovailoa both laughed as he sang, and the latter soon stopped playing his guitar.

“You guys are hilarious,” Tagovailoa remarked as the Mannings commended his performance on the show.

When Eli asked him why he did not sing along with his guitar playing, Tagovailoa replied “That's why we had Peyton.” 

Following his impressive performance in leading the Miami Dolphins to a 45-15 victory over the Washington Commanders on Sunday, December 3, Tua Tagovailoa is taking a well-deserved break in a music room.

The quarterback completed 18 out of 24 passes for 280 yards and two touchdowns, including a 60-yard throw to wide receiver Tyreek Hill.

Tagovailoa has been one of the top facilitators in the NFL this season, ranking third in passing yards with 3,457.

The Dolphins have been performing exceptionally well this season, boasting one of the best records in the NFL with a 9-3 standing atop the AFC East.

The team has won their last three games and has five remaining in the regular season.

Tagovailoa's impressive performance has been a key factor in the team's success, and his ability to facilitate plays has been instrumental in their victories.

NFL fans bowled over by hilarity on 'ManningCast'

Fans on X reacted positively to Tagovailoa's amazing guitar rendition of 'Tears in Heaven,' but not as much to NFL legend Peyton Manning's singing abilities, as tweets flooded the show's funny segment.

One X user said: "I did not realize how much I needed that until it started happening. Peyton Manning just massacring Clapton. And Tua takes it in stride all as he strums away. Just amazing."

Another user wrote: "I already like Tua, and now I like him more…."

A user quipped: "Tua plays like Clapton, Peyton sings like a hinge."

One user remarked: "More entertaining than the game."

Another user tweeted: "Tua just won MVP."

An X user said: "I bet your favorite QB can’t play the guitar."

One user wrote: "Eli constantly trolling Peyton is half the fun of watching the Manningcast."

Another user tweeted: "The Greatest for a reason, tell me who doesn’t love Tua Tagovailoa ?"

One person said, "Tua, yea. Awesome guitar. Peyton, no. Dude, your singing SUX. Stop it already."

Finally, an user quipped: "Peyton singing is the best!"