The Miami Dolphins used their 2018 first-round draft choice to select Alabama defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick. The move gives them a player who can be used in multiple ways, from being a center-field type of free safety, to a cornerback, to an in-the-box strong safety, to covering tight ends. The Dolphins added a defensive player who should be able to come in, start immediately, and should be able to dominate in whatever role Miami gives him.
To get a better idea of exactly what they role should be, and where Fitzpatrick will fit with the Dolphins, I had a chance to talk to Brent Taylor over at SB Nation’s Alabama team site, Roll ‘Bama Roll, to get an insider look at Fitzpatrick:
I’m going to sound like a really biased hometown fan on all of this, so just go ahead and get ready for that.