Sure it does. See what he’s got in another season - he might be decent. My point is, if you want to get past the doldrums of 8-8/9-7, this ain’t your guy, imo.
Players are funny. Sometimes they can't see a good player if it hits them in the face.
I personally don't think tua is the guy for the future but I think it's logical to give him a bit more time.