Minkah Fitzpatrick - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Won't play in Week 18 Fitzpatrick (calf) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Patriots, C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact The 29-year-old is now in line to miss his third consecutive game due to a calf injury sustained in the Week 15 loss to the Steelers. Across 14 games this season, Fitzpatrick tallied 82 total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, six passes defensed, with one interception, and one forced fumble. Ifeatu Melifonwu is expected to operate as Miami's top free safety in Fitzpatrick's stead Sunday.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for Wednesday's practice Fitzpatrick (calf) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Fitzpatrick has been sidelined for each of the Dolphins' last two games due to a calf injury he sustained against the Steelers in Week 15. He hasn't been able to practice since the injury, and he would likely have to log at least a limited session over the next two days to have a realistic chance of playing against the Patriots in Sunday's regular-season finale.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 17 Fitzpatrick (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's battle against the Buccaneers, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact It'll be the second consecutive game on the shelf for Fitzpatrick, who hurt his calf Week 15 against Pittsburgh. He'll have one more chance to play this season -- Week 18 against New England on Sunday, Jan. 4. With Fitzpatrick out this weekend, Ifeatu Melifonwu is likely set for a second straight start.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Wednesday Fitzpatrick (calf) did not practice Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Fitzpatrick sustained a calf injury during the Dolphins' Week 15 loss to the Steelers. He is considered week-to-week due to the injury, which prevented him from playing against the Bengals in Week 16. Fitzpatrick is unlikely to play against the Buccaneers on Sunday unless he's able to return to practice by Friday.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dolphins injury report vs. Bengals: Darren Waller, Minkah Fitzpatrick, and others listed | Sporting News The Miami Dolphins gave updates on Darren Waller, Minkah Fitzpatrick, and others as they look to take on the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Latest Minkah Fitzpatrick injury update leaves Dolphins with only one choice The injury to Minkah Fitzpatrick isn't serious, but it should be taken as such. The Dolphins have only one choice that makes sense.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • PHINPHANATIC.COM

Won't face Bengals Fitzpatrick (calf) won't play Sunday against the Bengals, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Fitzpatrick injured his calf in Monday's loss to the Steelers and will miss at least one game as a result of the injury. Ifeatu Melifonwu will likely draw the start in Fitzpatrick's absence for a Dolphins team that has been eliminated from playoff contention.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out practice Wednesday Fitzpatrick (calf) did not participate at practice Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Fitzpatrick left Monday's game at Pittsburgh in the fourth quarter after suffering a calf injury, and now his availability for Week 16 is in jeopardy. Coach Mike McDaniel said Tuesday that Fitzpatrick was week-to-week, and Miami has already been eliminated from playoff contention, so the five-time Pro Bowler probably won't be rushed back into game action before he's fully healthy.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Week-to-week with calf issue Coach Mike McDaniel said Fitzpatrick's (calf) injury should be filed in the week-to-week category, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Impact Fitzpatrick exited Monday night's contest with a calf issue in the fourth quarter. After more tests on the issue, Fitzpatrick may be able to return for more regular-season football. The Dolphins have been eliminated from playoff contention. Still, with a chance to play spoiler for the Patriots' AFC East title hopes, Fitzpatrick could be back in action for Week 18 against the Patriots, or maybe even sooner for Week 17 against the Buccaneers.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cam Heyward summed up why Minkah Fitzpatrick still resonates with Steelers fans It was bittersweet to see Minkah Fitzpatrick back on the Pittsburgh Steelers' home turf Monday night.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Set for more tests on calf Miami coach Mike McDaniel said after the team's loss to Pittsburgh on Monday that Fitzpatrick (calf) will undergo additional tests on his calf, C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Her...

Impact Fitzpatrick exited with a calf issue in the fourth quarter and didn't end up returning to the game. The results of the upcoming tests should provide some clarity about how serious the injury is. The Dolphins were eliminated from playoff contention with their loss Monday, so the team probably isn't going to rush Fitzpatrick back into action if the issue is more than minor.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Minkah Fitzpatrick update adds insult to injury for Dolphins vs. Steelers | Sporting News The matchup with his former team wasn't going well.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Mike Tomlin, Steelers show concern for Minkah Fitzpatrick during injury | Sporting News Jim Racalto

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Hurts calf on Monday Night Football Fitzpatrick is questionable to return to Monday's Week 15 matchup against Pittsburgh due to a calf injury, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Fitzpatrick had to exit the field slowly in the fourth quarter and immediately went to the medical tent. He began testing out his calf on the sideline shortly thereafter, but it's unclear if he's going to be able to re-enter the contest. Fitzpatrick had tallied six tackles prior to his departure.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Former Steelers star is primed to deliver haunting revenge on Monday night As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for the Dolphins on Monday Night Football, their former star, Minkah Fitzpatrick, wants to play spoiler.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

The Steelers and Dolphins have weathered adversity heading into Monday night showdown

The Pittsburgh Steelers hope to build on a rousing victory at Baltimore when they host Miami on Monday night

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Minkah Fitzpatrick - Dec 9 | Press Conference Minkah Fitzpatrick talks about recent team developments and his expectations for the upcoming games.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • MIAMIDOLPHINS.COM

Posts four stops in Week 14 win Fitzpatrick tallied four tackles (two solo) in a 34-10 win against the Jets on Sunday.

Impact Fitzpatrick was relatively quiet from an IDP perspective, posting his lowest tackle mark since Week 8. He also logged a season-low 72 percent defensive snap share. However, that was due to the blowout nature of the game, as Fitzpatrick has played well during his return to Miami, posting 76 tackles (including 1.0 sacks) and six defensed passes (including an interception) through 13 games.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Grier's last Dolphins gamble is paying off far more than expected Trading for Minkah Fitzpatrick ended up being one of Chris Grier's finest moments at the end of his tenure as the Miami Dolphins general man...

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • PHINPHANATIC.COM

Minkah Fitzpatrick had bad news for Rasul Douglas despite Week 13 interception The Miami Dolphins' top safety had some bad news for his fellow defender after he failed to score on an interception in Week 13.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • PHINPHANATIC.COM

Minkah Fitzpatrick just said what Dolphins fans needed to hear The Miami Dolphins need leaders, and they are getting one from an unexpected name who has even the harshest critics impressed.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • PHINPHANATIC.COM

Highlight play in victory Fitzpatrick recorded seven total tackles (four solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also forcing a fumble and intercepting a two-point conversion attempt in Sunday's 21-17 win over th...

Impact Fitzpatrick was all over the field in Week 13, registering a strip sack of Tyler Shough in the second quarter, a fumble which was recovered by teammate Zach Sieler. Additionally, the safety picked off Shough on a two-point conversion attempt in the fourth quarter, returning it the length of the field for two points for Miami. Fitzpatrick is now up to 72 total tackles (52 solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also adding six passes defensed, one of which is an interception, a forced fumble and two fumble recoveries over 12 games this year.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Achane rushes for 134 yards and a TD to help Dolphins edge Saints 21-17 for 3rd straight win

De’Von Achane rushed for 134 yards and a touchdown, and the Miami Dolphins won their third straight game by holding off the New Orleans Saints 21-17

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Minkah Fitzpatrick intercepts 2-pt attempt for a score, Dolphins extend late lead against Saints | NFL Highlights

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Nine takedowns in win Fitzpatrick recorded nine total tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 16-13 overtime win versus the Commanders.

Impact Fitzpatrick finished third on the team in takedowns behind linebackers Jordyn Brooks (20) and Tyrel Dodson (11), securing nine tackles for the third time this season. The safety is now up to 65 total tackles (48 solo), six passes defensed, including an interception, and two fumble recoveries over 11 contests this year.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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The Steelers and Dolphins have weathered adversity heading into Monday night showdown

Achane rushes for 134 yards and a TD to help Dolphins edge Saints 21-17 for 3rd straight win

Minkah Fitzpatrick intercepts 2-pt attempt for a score, Dolphins extend late lead against Saints | NFL Highlights