Coming out of the University of Alabama after three star-studded seasons under legendary head coach Nick Saban, Minkah Fitzpatrick was highly sought after for his versatility in the defensive secondary, being able to handle a number of roles overall at a high level.
Despite having that versatility in his game, all Fitzpatrick wanted was to have a set position where his true skillset could really shine, which ultimately led to a surprise trade to the Pittsburgh Steelers from the Miami Dolphins just weeks into his second season in the NFL.
Since that trade, Fitzpatrick has transformed the Steelers’ defense, giving them a plug-and-play free safety that is tied to the post and can shut down opposing offenses overall, leading to two straight First Team All-Pro accolades and two trips to the Pro Bowl in his first three seasons with the Steelers.