The New York Jets are trading for Miami Dolphins safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, according to a source reported by @RapSheet. The deal reportedly involves the Jets sending a seventh-round draft pick to the Dolphins in exchange for the defensive back, who has been the subject of trade discussions for the last several days.
The Dolphins had been actively shopping Fitzpatrick leading up to this move. The safety was a high-profile selection for Miami, originally taken with the No. 11 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft out of the University of Alabama. During his time with the Dolphins, Fitzpatrick appeared in all 16 games as a rookie, recording 80 total tackles, nine passes defended, and two interceptions, including one returned for a touchdown.
The New York Jets move to acquire Fitzpatrick addresses a need in their secondary as they look to bolster their defensive depth. By sending a late-round selection to their division rival, the Jets add a versatile player capable of playing multiple roles in the defensive backfield. Fitzpatrick earned First-team All-SEC honors and won two national championships during his collegiate career before entering the professional ranks.
The Miami Dolphins continue to adjust their roster through trades, having previously explored multiple avenues for moving the young safety. The seventh-round pick received in this transaction adds to the team's future draft assets. Fitzpatrick now joins a Jets roster looking to integrate his skill set into their defensive scheme immediately.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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