Jets Sign Minkah Fitzpatrick

0:00It's March 25th. This is NFL News Today, football coverage powered by AI. The New York Jets bolstered their secondary earlier this month by trading for defensive back, Minka Fitzpatrick, from the Miami doffins, then locking. Him up with a three-year extension worth up to $40 million. The 29-year-old standout, listed at 6'1 and 202 pounds, was the 11th overall pick out of Alabama back in 20. 18, he's earned five pro-bowl nods with nearly 700 tackles and 21 interceptions over his career. Fitzpatrick grew up in New Jersey, high school ball, shining as a top cornerback recruit before dominating at Alabama. There, he racked up picks return for touchdowns, won major awards like the Bednaric and Thorpe and helped secure a national title. His college versatility set the stage for pro-success, starting as a rookie with Miami before a quick trade to Pittsburgh boosted his star power. Fans and analysts see him as a proven playmaker, whose instincts and leadership could transform

1:04the Jets back end. His physical style and communication skills stand out, even if he's drawn some flags for aggression. Teammates have praised his football IQ, like that time he pushed for a smart defensive call that sealed a win. Lately, Fitzpatrick shifted roles, playing more slot-last season with Miami, while posting career highs and tackles for loss. His ball production dipped recently, but he still forces turnovers and excels against the run. He reunites with Jets defensive coordinator Brian Duker, who coached him in Miami, plus a couple familiar faces from Pittsburgh. This move feels a key gap for the Jets, bringing veteran smarts and range to spark more takeaways and steady the defense heading into the season.