Pittsburgh Steelers S Minkah Fitzpatrick had his worst professional season in 2023, and also his most frustrating one. He dealt with a series of injuries throughout the year, compounded by his task of playing out of ideal position. But you’ll never hear that from him, says defensive coordinator Teryl Austin, even if it’s transparently true.
Otherwise a perennial All-Pro, Minkah Fitzpatrick played in just 10 games last year, missing time in others due to injury. He recorded 64 tackles and managed just three passes defensed with no interceptions or forced fumbles. These numbers are greatly at odds with his usual production though he somehow still made the Pro Bowl.