Minkah Fitzpatrick Injury News & Updates

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 the Saints.

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.

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

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.

Fitzpatrick logged five tackles (three solo) during the Dolphins' 28-6 loss to the Ravens on Thursday.

Fitzpatrick was cleared to play Thursday after sustaining a finger injury during the Dolphins' Week 8 win over the Falcons. The veteran safety played 53 of 56 defensive snaps during Thursday's loss and finished fifth on the Dolphins in tackles. Fitzpatrick has tallied at least five tackles in six of nine regular-season games, and his 50 stops are third most on Miami behind Jordyn Brooks (93) and Tyrel Dodson (67).

Fitzpatrick (finger) was estimated as a full participant on Monday's practice report, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Fitzpatrick left in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Falcons due to a finger injury, but he may have been cleared to return if the score was more competitive. Barring any setbacks over the next two days, the veteran safety should be cleared to play against the Ravens on Thursday. Fitzpatrick has accumulated 45 tackles (33 solo), five pass defenses (one interception) and one fumble recovery through eight regular-season games.

Fitzpatrick (finger) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Falcons.

Fitzpatrick exited the game halfway through the fourth quarter after sustaining an injury to his finger during an attempted punch-out. With the earlier injury to Ashtyn Davis, the Dolphins now have no healthy active safeties. They will likely have to turn to depth defensive backs Kendall Sheffield, Dante Trader, and Ethan Bonner.

Fitzpatrick recorded four tackles (three solo) during Sunday's 31-6 loss at Cleveland.

On a day where Cleveland only ran 53 plays on offense, Fitzpatrick logged a season-low 48 defensive snaps in Week 7. That led to a relatively low tackle total Sunday, but he's still on pace for 100-plus stops on the year going into a Week 8 matchup at Atlanta.

Fitzpatrick tallied nine tackles (six solo) and one interception during Miami's 27-24 loss to Carolina on Sunday.

Fitzpatrick played every single defensive snap for a fifth straight game, and his nine tackles were second most on the Dolphins behind Jordyn Brooks (13). Fitzpatrick made his impact felt early in the second quarter, when he picked off a pass from Bryce Young that sailed over the outstretched arms of Xavier Legette, and that turnover ultimately led to a four-yard touchdown pass from Tua Tagovailoa to Darren Waller five plays later. It was Fitzpatrick's first interception since Week 16 of the 2024 regular season and the 21st of his eight-year NFL career. The 2018 first-rounder has logged at least five combined tackles in four of the first five games of the regular season.

Fitzpatrick finished with two solo tackles, a defensed pass and a fumble recovery Sunday in a 27-21 victory versus the Jets.

Fitzpatrick came up with a big fumble recovery in the first quarter, grabbing a ball lost by Braelon Allen just short of Miami's end zone. Fitzpatrick was otherwise pretty quiet statistically with a season-low two tackles.

Fitzpatrick recorded five total tackles (four solo) in Thursday's 31-21 loss to the Bills.

Fitzpatrick was once again on the field for every one of Miami's defensive snaps in Week 3, but his tackle production has now gone down in each week. The safety has yet to make a splash play in 2025, something that he's grown accustomed to doing in his nine-year NFL career. Fitzpatrick is now up to 22 total tackles (14 solo), while also adding one pass defensed in three games this season.

Fitzpatrick logged eight tackles and a pass deflection Sunday during Miami's loss versus Indianapolis.

Fitzpatrick ended up having a solid outing in his first game since being traded back to the Dolphins as he finished third on the team in tackles behind Jordyn Brooks and Tyrel Dodson. Fitzpatrick will look to build off this strong performance and keep producing next week versus New England.

Fitzpatrick and the Dolphins have agreed to a revised contract that will add a $16.245 million signing bonus to his deal, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Miami acquired Fitzpatrick in a trade with the Steelers in late June and plans to install the veteran safety as the replacement for former starter Jevon Holland, who departed to the Giants. The revised contract gives Fitzpatrick some security, as the previous deal did not have any remaining guaranteed money. It's also a plus for Miami, as having the money come in the form of a signing bonus opens up some cap space. There remains a possibility that the two sides could ultimately agree upon an extension.

The Steelers are trading Fitzpatrick to the Dolphins as part of a deal for tight end Jonnu Smith and cornerback Jalen Ramsey, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

The trade allows Miami to shed salary while adding a standout replacement for safety Jevon Holland, who left this offseason to sign with the Giants. Fitzpatrick previously was traded in the other direction, from Miami to Pittsburgh, back in September 2019, just three weeks into his second NFL season. He ended up intercepting five passes in 14 games for the Steelers that year, earning First Team All-Pro honors for the first time (also in 2020 and 2022). Fitzpatrick had just one INT and seven pass breakups in 27 regular-season games over the past two seasons, but he's only 28 years old and should still offer some playmaking ability for Miami's secondary.

The Steelers are trading Fitzpatrick to the Dolphins as part of a deal for TE Jonnu Smith and CB Jalen Ramsey, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

The trade allows Miami to shed salary while adding a standout replacement for S Jevon Holland, who left this offseason to sign with the Giants. Fitzpatrick previously was traded in the other direction, from Miami to Pittsburgh, back in September of 2019, just three weeks into his second NFL season. He ended up intercepting five passes in 14 games for the Steelers that year, earning First Team All-Pro honors for the first time (also in 2020 and 2022). Fitzpatrick had just one INT and seven pass breakups in 27 regular-season games over the past two seasons, but he's only 28 years old and should still offer some playmaking ability for Miami's secondary.

Fitzpatrick played in all 17 regular-season games in 2024 and finished with 96 tackles (62 solo), four pass defenses (including one interception) and one forced fumble.

Fitzpatrick missed seven of the final 10 games of the 2023 regular season due to knee and hand injuries, but the veteran safety was able to avoid injury in 2024 while playing every single snap in 14 of 17 games in 2024. He was four tackles shy from registering the second 100-tackle season of his seven-year NFL career and finished on the Steelers in that category behind Patrick Queen (129) and DeShon Elliott (108). Fitzpatrick has two years left on his four-year, $73.6 million contract that he signed in June of 2022.

Fitzpatrick recorded seven total tackles (six solo) in the Steelers' 29-10 loss to the Chiefs on Wednesday.

Fitzpatrick tied Patrick Queen as Pittsburgh's leading tackler in Wednesday's Christmas Day loss, bringing his season total to 93. The Alabama product has also accumulated four passes defended, including one interception, and one forced fumble while appearing in all 16 of the Steelers' games this season. He's expected to remain one of Pittsburgh's defensive leaders and top playmakers when the Steelers face the Bengals in Week 18.

Fitzpatrick tallied six tackles (two solo) and two pass defenses (including an interception) during the Steelers' 34-17 loss to the Ravens.

Fitzpatrick picked off a Lamar Jackson pass intended for Rashod Bateman early in the fourth quarter. It was Fitzpatrick's first regular-season interception since Week 17 of the 2022 campaign, also against Baltimore. Fitzpatrick has played every single defensive snap in eight straight games and has done so in 12 of 15 regular-season games. The 2018 first-round pick is up to 86 tackles (54 solo), four pass defenses (including one interception) and one forced fumble on the year. He'll look to eclipse the 100-tackle milestone for the second time in his eight-year NFL career Wednesday against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs.

Fitzpatrick tallied seven tackles (four solo) during Pittsburgh's win over Baltimore on Sunday.

Fitzpatrick finished second on the team in tackles during Sunday's victory behind Patrick Queen's 10. This was just the first time since the team's Week 5 loss to Dallas that Fitzpatrick recorded four or more tackles in a game, and he'll look to build off this solid performance in the team's Week 12 matchup against Cleveland.

Fitzpatrick tallied 10 tackles (eight solo) and one pass defended in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Cowboys.

Sunday was the first time this year that Fitzpatrick reached double-digit tackles while playing a season-high 74 snaps on defense. The 2018 first-round pick is up to 35 tackles (26 solo) and one pass defended through the first five games of the regular season.

Fitzpatrick totaled nine tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Colts.

Fitzpatrick logged the second-most tackles for the Steelers on Sunday behind starting strong safety DeShon Elliot (12). After missing seven regular-season games in 2023 due to multiple injuries, Fitzpatrick has played every single defensive snap through the first four games of 2024, and over that span he's recorded 25 tackles (18 solo).

Fitzpatrick totaled seven tackles (five solo) during the Steelers' 13-9 win over the Broncos on Sunday.

Fitzpatrick was the second-leading scorer for the Steelers on Sunday behind strong safety DeShon Elliot, and the duo played a large part in limiting the Broncos to just nine points and zero touchdowns. Fitzpatrick has recorded 14 tackles through the first two games of the season, which has him on pace to break 100 tackles for the second time in his eight-year NFL career. The 2018 first-round pick will have his hands full against the Chargers' receiving corps in Week 3.

Defensive coordinator Teryl Austin said at mandatory minicamp Wednesday that he "failed" to put Fitzpatrick "in the best position" during the 2023 season and intends for him to play more at free safety going forward, Joe Clark of Steelers Depot reports.

Fizpatrick played a career-high 134 snaps in the slot last season despite appearing in just 10 games, per Clark, and his 161 snaps at box safety were the second-highest tally of his career. That heavily intruded on Fitzpatrick's ability to suit up at free safety, where his talents best shine, resulting in his first year without a single turnover. Fitzpatrick said he hopes to get back to playing "Minkah Ball" in 2024, and getting the 2018 first-round pick back to a deep safety role could allow him to return to his four-time Pro Bowler form. The addition of DeShon Elliott in free agency should facilitate that plan.

Fitzpatrick made 64 tackles (43 solo) and three pass breakups across 10 regular-season games in 2023.

Fitzpatrick missed seven total games in 2023 due to a combination of knee and hand injuries, but he managed to return to health in time for Pittsburgh's wild-card playoff loss to the Bills, a game in which he logged 10 tackles (five solo). In just 10 regular-season appearances, five of Fitzpatrick's games saw him achieve double-digit tackle totals. The 27-year-old remains one of the league's true standout safeties, with big-play potential to lend him serious fantasy upside as well. Fitzpatrick has three years remaining on his contract with the Steelers.

Fitzpatrick (knee) said Thursday he will suit up for Sunday's wild-card playoff game against the Bills, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Fitzpatrick missed three consecutive games to end the regular season, but he's recovered from his knee injury in time to return for playoff action. The standout safety's return will certainly boost Pittsburgh's prospects of containing Josh Allen and Buffalo's offense, though the loss of T.J. Watt (knee) will still be difficult to make up for.

Fitzpatrick (knee) was a full participant at practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Fitzpatrick sat out of the Steelers' last three regular-season games due to a knee injury, but it now looks like he'll be ready to play in the wild-card round. He projects to start Sunday, and his presence dampens expectations for Josh Allen and Buffalo's offense somewhat.

Head coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that he has optimism about Fitzpatrick's (knee) chances of playing in Sunday's wild-card game against the Bills, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Fitzpatrick missed the final three games of the regular season, but the veteran safety is expected to begin the practice week as a limited participant and could be an option for Sunday, depending on how much progress he makes. The possible return of the standout defensive back would at least slightly soften the blow of the absence of star edge rusher T.J. Watt (knee) for the first round of the playoffs.

Fitzpatrick (knee) is listed as inactive for Saturday's game against the Ravens, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official website reports.

Fitzpatrick returned to practice this week for the first time since Week 15 before drawing a questionable tag. However, he was unable to get cleared by Pittsburgh's medical staff and will miss his third straight game as a result. Miles Killebrew is the likely candidate to replace him at safety.

Fitzpatrick (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game at Baltimore, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Fitzpatrick got back on the practice field during the week for the first time since Week 15, giving him a chance to play in Week 18. If he misses his third consecutive game, one of Trenton Thompson (neck) or Miles Killebrew will probably start in Fitzpatrick's place.

Fitzpatrick (knee) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Wednesday was the first time Fitzpatrick practiced since he sustained a knee injury in Week 15 at Indianapolis. If he's able to take another step forward and upgrade to a full practice Thursday, he could avoid carrying an injury designation into Saturday's game.

Fitzpatrick (knee) was listed as a non-participant on the Steelers' practice estimate Tuesday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Fitzpatrick is apparently still tending to the same knee injury that has sidelined for both of Pittsburgh's last two games. He'll likely need to practice in some capacity Wednesday or Thursday to give himself a chance to suit up Saturday.

Fitzpatrick (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game at Seattle, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Fitzpatrick will sit out his second consecutive game due to a knee injury he sustained in Week 15 at Indianapolis. In his absence, Miles Killebrew will probably make a start at safety Sunday.

Fitzpatrick (knee) did not practice Wednesday.

Fitzpatrick was injured in the Week 15 loss to the Colts and missed last Saturday's win over the Bengals. He's missed five of the last eight games to injuries. With the Pittsburgh defense littered with injuries and suspensions, veteran Eric Rowe was called up from the practice squad to start last week at safety, his first game of 2023.

Fitzpatrick (knee) was listed as did not participate on Tuesday's injury report after already being ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bengals, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Considering Fitzpatrick could be looking at a multi-week absence, per Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com, it's probably no surprise the veteran safety was unable to practice Tuesday. His absence against Cincinnati will be a significant blow to the secondary, especially with reserve safety Damontae Kazee suspended for a hit laid on Michael Pittman during Week 15 and Trenton Thompson also suffering a stinger in the same game, which had him as a DNP on Tuesday as well, leaving Miles Killebrew as the only healthy safety on the Steelers' roster.

Fitzpatrick (knee) is out for Saturday's game versus the Bengals, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Per Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com, coach Mike Tomlin was unable to say Monday whether he believed Fitzpatrick would miss multiple weeks. His next chance to suit back up will come in Week 17 at Seattle. In the meantime, one of Trenton Thompson or Miles Killebrew figures to start at safety next to Damontae Kazee.

Fitzpatrick (knee) was spotted walking out of the locker room without a limp or treatment following Saturday's 30-13 loss to the Colts, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Fitzpatrick was injured in the first half of the loss and didn't return. The exact nature of the issue is still unclear, though it appears he may be able to take the field for a Week 16 matchup against the Bengals.

Fitzpatrick (knee) has been ruled out from returning to Saturday's Week 15 game against Pittsburgh, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Fitzpatrick was injured in the second quarter of the contest and subsequently headed to the locker room. He's since been ruled out for the remainder of the matchup. Damontae Kazee was ejected earlier in the game, leaving Miles Killebrew and Trenton Thompson as the team's remaining healthy safeties.

Fitzpatrick (knee) is listed as questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Colts.

Fitzpatrick was taken to the locker room after sustaining a knee injury attempting to stop a pass into the right seam during the second quarter of Saturday's game. More information regarding his status will likely arrive throughout the game.

Fitzpatrick (hand) was a full participant on the Steelers' estimated practice report Monday, Teresa Varley of the team's official site reports.

Fitzpatrick fractured his hand Sunday against the Cardinals in the first half but remained in the game and never missed a snap. Considering he was able to play through the injury, even if the practice report is just an estimate, it appears the star safety should be able to suit up against the Patriots on Thursday and not miss any time.

Fitzpatrick sustained a fractured left hand during Sunday's 24-10 loss versus the Cardinals, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Despite breaking his hand in the second quarter, Fitzpatrick played all 63 of Pittsburgh's defensive snaps in Week 13. He also expects to play Thursday versus the Patriots, and he still projects as a reasonable IDP option.

Fitzpatrick (hamstring) was a full participant at practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Fitzpatrick finally appears to be back to full strength after he sat out of Pittsburgh's last four games due to a hamstring injury. He projects as a good IDP option for Week 13, when the Steelers host the Cardinals.

Fitzpatrick (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Bengals, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Fitzpatrick has missed Pittsburgh's last three games, and he was unable to practice all week, so it's not a surprise that the All-Pro safety won't suit up for Sunday's contest. Trenton Thompson and Miles Killebrew will both likely see increased snaps in the Steelers' secondary in Fitzpatrick's stead.

Fitzpatrick (hamstring) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Fitzpatrick has sat out the Steelers' last three games as he continues to tend to a hamstring injury he sustained in Week 8 versus the Jaguars, and he's again missing Pittsburgh's first practice of the new week. If he can't manage to practice Thursday or Friday, he'll probably be out again for Week 12.

Fitzpatrick (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Cleveland, Teresa Varley of Pittsburgh's official site reports.

Fitzpatrick has been dealing with a hamstring issue since he exited in the first quarter in Week 8 against Jacksonville. Sunday will mark the third straight game he is sitting out, and his inability to practice at all this week suggests that he hasn't made substantial progress. Keanu Neal has also been ruled out due to a rib injury, so Elijah Riley may be pressed into a major role against the Browns.

Fitzpatrick (hamstring) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Fitzpatrick has missed Pittsburgh's last two games dealing with a hamstring injury he sustained in Week 8 versus the Jaguars, and now he's sitting out of the Steelers' first practice of the new week. He'll likely have to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have any chance of suiting up in Week 11.

Fitzpatrick (hamstring) is listed as out for Sunday's game versus Green Bay, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Fitzpatrick was unable to practice during the week and will miss his second straight game as he works through a hamstring injury he sustained in Week 8 versus the Jaguars. In his place, Keanu Neal will probably start at safety in Week 10.

Fitzpatrick (hamstring) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

Despite having made progress recently in his recovery from the hamstring injury he sustained in Week 8 versus Jacksonville, Fitzpatrick sat out to start Pittsburgh's new week of practice. If he can't practice Thursday or Friday either, he'll likely miss Sunday's game versus Green Bay.

Fitzpatrick (hamstring) is "improving," according to head coach Mike Tomlin, who also stated, "We'll see what the week holds for him and see if there's a potential for availability at the latter part of the week," Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Fitzpatrick suffered the injury Week 8 against the Jaguars and was unable to play Thursday against the Titans. However, it appears the Pro Bowl safety does have a chance of returning Sunday against the Packers if he can get back on the practice field in the back half of the week.

Coach Mike Tomlin said Monday that Fitzpatrick (hamstring) won't play in Thursday's game versus Tennessee, Chris Adamski of TribLive.com reports.

Fitzpatrick was set to undergo an MRI on Monday, but one way or the other, he'll have to sit out at least one game as he recovers from his hamstring injury. Keanu Neal will probably start at safety versus the Titans in Fitzpatrick's absence.

Fitzpatrick, who left Sunday's 20-10 loss to the Jaguars with a hamstring injury, will undergo an MRI on Monday, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Fitzpatrick finished Sunday's game with two tackles before leaving in the first quarter. The MRI on Monday will determine the severity of the injury and whether or not Fitzpatrick will miss time. He will have an uphill battle to play in Week 9 against the Titans on Thursday night.

Fitzpatrick (hamstring) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

Fitzpatrick was initially ruled doubtful to return after sustaining a hamstring injury in the first quarter and will finish the game with two tackles. The Steelers' secondary will miss the veteran presence of Fitzpatrick and will rely on Elijah Riley and Damontae Kazee to step up at free safety alongside strong safety Keanu Neal.

Fitzpatrick left Sunday's game against the Jaguars with a hamstring injury and his return is doubtful, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Fitzpatrick had two tackles before exiting the game in the first quarter. With his return Sunday in doubt, Elijah Riley and Damontae Kazee will be candidates to see an increase in defensive snaps.

Fitzpatrick tallied 11 tackles (six solo) during the Steelers' 24-17 win versus the Rams on Sunday.

Fitzpatrick's 11 tackles were good enough to lead the team, and the 2018 first-round pick has now recorded double-digit tackles in three games this season. Fitzpatrick currently has 52 tackles (35 solo) throughout the first six games of the campaign and will look to add to those totals during this week's matchup versus the Jaguars.

Fitzpatrick logged nine tackles (seven solo) in Pittsburgh's 17-10 win against the Ravens on Sunday.

Fitzpatrick's season is off to an efficient start and he's now compiled 31 tackles (21 solo) over the past three games. The 26-year-old will now have the week off during Pittsburgh's bye and will look to continue his hot start Week 7 versus the Rams.

Fitzpatrick registered 11 tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 30-6 loss to the Texans.

Fitzpatrick had 11 total tackles for the second week in a row and led the team in that category. He leads the team with 32 total tackles in four games and will continue to provide critical coverage at safety as the Steelers welcome the Ravens in Week 5.

Fitzpatrick recorded 11 tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 23-18 win over the Raiders.

Fitzpatrick was very active in Week 3, compiling a season-high 11 takedowns while more than doubling his total on the year. Through three games in 2023, the safety has recorded 21 tackles and two pass deflections.

Fitzpatrick (chest) is good to go for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Fitzpatrick will start for the Steelers on Sunday despite having missed some practice earlier in the week. Through two games so far, the 2018 first-round pick has logged 10 tackles (eight solo) and two pass deflections.

Fitzpatrick (chest) was limited in Thursday's practice, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Fitzpatrick was injured on the same play he took out the knee of Nick Chubb in Week 2's win over the Browns. After missing practice Wednesday, the limited session Thursday puts him on track to play Sunday night against the Raiders.

Fitzpatrick (chest) was a non-participant at the Steelers' practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the team's official website reports.

Fitzpatrick missed Wednesday's practice session as he continues to recover from the chest injury he suffered in Monday night's 26-22 win over the Browns. The safety went down with the injury in the third quarter and underwent scans at the hospital prior to being discharged. The safety's status at practice the rest of the week will likely dictate his chances to play Sunday in Las Vegas.

Fitzpatrick (chest) was released from the hospital Monday night and is believed to have avoided a severe injury, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Fitzpatrick's precautionary scans came back negative for what the Steelers believe in a chest contusion. The safety left Monday's win over Browns in the third quarter to be evaluated at a local hospital. Fitzpatrick's status will need to be monitored ahead of Week 3's matchup against the Raiders, but it at least appears that he may avoid missing significant time. If Fitzpatrick carries any limitations into Week 3, though, Elijah Riley will stand to handle an increased role on defense.

Fitzpatrick will not return to Monday's game against the Browns due to a chest injury, Adam Schefter of ESPN

Fitzpatrick exited the game near the end of the third quarter. He had recorded six tackles (five solo) and two passes defended pror to leaving. In his absence, Elijah Riley will presumably replace him at free safety.

Fitzpatrick compiled four tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 30-7 loss to the 49ers.

Fitzpatrick didn't provide any game-changing plays and his four tackles left much to be desired, but he'll look to increase his production in Week 2 versus the Browns on Monday Night Football. The safety played all 66 defensive snaps in Week 1 and figures to be one of the best free safeties once again in 2023.

Fitzpatrick logged 96 tackles (56 solo), six interceptions, 11 pass defenses and a touchdown over 15 games during the 2022 season.

Fitzpatrick matched the second-lowest mark of his career with two interceptions last season, but he bounced back with a career-high six interceptions in 2022 while nearly posting 100 tackles. The 26-year-old had double-digit tackles on three occasions this year and should remain a prominent member of the Steelers' secondary in 2023 since he signed a four-year, $73.6 million deal with Pittsburgh in June of 2022.

Fitzpatrick (ankle) is active Sunday against the Browns.

Fitzpatrick closed out the week with a limited practice Friday, which set the stage for him to take the field Sunday. The star safety's ability to suit up is certainly good news for the Steelers, as they look to increase their chances for a playoff spot with a win against Cleveland.

Fitzpatrick (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns.

The star safety was sidelined for the Steelers' first two Week 18 practices, but his ability to put in a limited session Friday leaves the door open for him to play in the regular-season finale. Given that the Steelers can clinch a playoff berth with a win and losses by the Dolphins and Patriots this weekend, Fitzpatrick has some incentive to play through the injury at less than 100 percent health. He's played all but two of the Steelers' defensive snaps in each of the past seven games, totaling 41 tackles, five pass breakups and three interceptions during that stretch.

Fitzpatrick (ankle) did not participate in the Steelers' practice Thursday.

Fitzpatrick was temporarily forced out for three defensive snaps after he picked up an ankle in the third quarter of Sunday's win over the Ravens. While the star safety has now sat out each of the first two practices during Week 18 prep, coach Mike Tomlin said Thursday that the team is not "overly concerned" about the issue affecting his availability moving forward. Fitzpatrick will now have one more opportunity to increase his activity before the Steelers must assign him an official game status Friday ahead of the regular-season finale against Cleveland this Sunday.

Fitzpatrick tallied nine tackles (four solo) and one interception during Sunday's 16-13 win over the Ravens.

Fitzpatrick tied Robert Spillane with a team-high nine tackles and picked off his sixth pass of the season, setting a new career high. The 2018 first-round pick will look to maintain his strong play against the Browns in Week 18.

Fitzpatrick tallied 11 tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 16-14 defeat versus the Ravens.

Fitzpatrick accumulated double-digit tackles for the first time since Week 1. However, he did not log a pass defended for just the fourth time in 11 games this season, as Baltimore attempted just 17 passes with starting quarterback Lamar Jackson sitting out due to a PCL sprain. Fitzpatrick has still been the Steelers' most productive all-around defender despite missing two games due to injury, ranking second on the team in tackles (73), third in passes defended (eight) and first in interceptions (four), and he also holds the team's lone defensive touchdown of he season. The star free safety should continue to play a prominent role Week 15 versus Carolina.

Fitzpatrick notched seven tackles (five solo), one interception and one pass breakup during Sunday's 19-16 win over Atlanta.

Fitzpatrick ended the Falcons' final drive with a game-icing interception of Marcus Mariota intended for Drake London. With his first pick since Week 4, Fitzpatrick now needs just one more interception to tie his career-best mark (five). He could get a chance to do so Week 14 versus a Ravens team that may be without Lamar Jackson (knee).

Fitzpatrick doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bengals, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Fitzpatrick remained sidelined during Wednesday's practice while working his way back from surgery to remove his appendix, but he logged back-to-back full sessions to end the week and will be good to go for Week 11. Across seven appearances, the veteran safety has recorded 45 tackles, six pass defenses and three interceptions, including one pick-six.

Fitzpatrick (appendix) remains day-to-day after he was listed as a full participant on the Steelers' injury report Thursday, Chris Halicke of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Fitzpatrick underwent surgery to remove his appendix Saturday and did not play Week 10 against New Orleans, leaving him sidelined during practice Wednesday. While he appeared to trend in the right direction during practice Thursday, the free safety still said he still has to take things "day to day" and that he'll "find out Sunday" about his availability for Week 11 versus Cincinnati. It will be worth monitoring Fitzpatrick's status on Friday's final injury report for a more definitive outlook on his health heading into Sunday's game.

Fitzpatrick (appendix) didn't practice Wednesday, Chris Halicke of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Fitzpatrick was sidelined for Week 10 after undergoing emergency surgery to remove his appendix, but coach Mike Tomlin has expressed optimism that the safety will be able to suit up in Week 11. The 2018 first-round pick will have two more opportunities to practice before the Steelers need to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against Cincinnati.

Head coach Mike Tomlin is "optimistic" about Fitzpatrick's (appendix) chances of playing Sunday against the Bengals, Chris Halicke of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Fitzpatrick underwent emergency surgery to remove his appendix Saturday, but he appears to be recovering quickly from the procedure. Tomlin also noted that he felt "positive" about the safety's inclusion this week, which bodes well for his Week 11 availability. However, his status in practice will be worth monitoring throughout the week, even if he could arguably play Sunday without practicing at all this week.

Fitzpatrick (appendix) is expected to miss seven to 10 days after having an appendectomy Saturday, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Fitzpatrick started to feel ill Thursday and it got worse as the weekend approached, ultimately being diagnosed with appendicitis and undergoing surgery Saturday. After initially being reported to be set for a multi-week absence, his timeline has been reported to be seven to 10 days, leaving the door open for him to possibly return to the field in Week 11 versus the Bengals. The safety's status is worth monitoring as the week progresses, though there's a chance he could play Sunday without participating in practice at all this week. Damontae Kazee recorded an interception while deflecting another pass and making four tackles in Fitzpatrick's absence in Week 10 and would make another start in Week 11 if Fitzpatrick can't go.

Fitzpatrick (appendix) is expected to face a multi-week absence, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Fitzpatrick was already ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints, but he'll likely be required to sit out additional contests. Adam Schefter of ESPN suggested that Fitzpatrick could return in Week 12 against the Colts. The Steelers' defense looked to be getting healthy, with both T.J. Watt and Levi Wallace returning from injury. However, they'll now be without the star of their secondary, with Damontae Kazee likely to take over at free safety.

Fitzpatrick (appendix) is listed as out for Sunday's game versus the Saints.

Appendicitis will keep Fitzpatrick sidelined for Week 10 following a bye. There's no concrete timetable for the two-time All-Pro's return at this point, and he may very well have to miss multiple games. As long as he does end up being out, Elijah Riley could be in for the fill-in reps.

Fitzpatrick recorded six tackles (five solo) and one pass defense during Sunday's 35-13 loss to the Eagles.

Fitzpatrick recorded a team-high six tackles during the loss. Across seven appearances, the veteran safety has recorded 45 tackles, six pass defenses and three interceptions, one of which he returned for a touchdown.

Fitzpatrick (knee) was listed as a full participant on the Steelers' injury report Thursday.

Fitzpatrick has been dealing with a knee injury since Pittsburgh's Week 4 loss to the Jets, and he was limited in practice before being ruled out for Sunday's win over Tampa Bay. The star safety was optimistic about a return versus his former team Miami in Week 7, and he should be clear to go after practicing without any limitations for the first time Thursday. Fitzpatrick is currently on track to record a career high in interceptions this season, and his return should prove extremely valuable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins' talented receiving corps.

Fitzpatrick (knee) appears likely to play in Week 7 versus the Dolphins, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Fitzpatrick said Wednesday that his knee feels "good" and that he expects to suit up for Sunday Night Football against Miami. The safety has been incredibly productive again in 2022, producing 33 tackles and four pass deflections while recording three interceptions over five games. His status is worth monitoring as the week goes on and if he can't go, Tre Norwood would likely be in for an increase in usage again in Week 7.

Fitzpatrick (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against Tampa Bay, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Fitzpatrick was ultimately able to play in Week 5 despite being limited during prep due to a knee injury, but the issue appears to have gotten worse and will cause the starting safety to miss at least one game. In his absence, Tre Norwood and Miles Killebrew figure to be strong candidates for increased roles in Pittsburgh's secondary during a matchup against Tom Brady and Tampa Bay's stout passing attack.

Fitzpatrick (knee) did not participate during the Steelers' practice Thursday, Chris Adamski of The Tribune-Review reports.

Fitzpatrick did not practice Wednesday or Thursday with a lingering knee injury that kept him limited for the first two practices of last week. The starting free safety was ultimately able to play Week 5 despite this issue, but his health may have taken a step back since this contest. Fitzpatrick will have one more practice to improve his status before Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, otherwise, Tre Norwood and Miles Killebrew may have to take on bigger roles in Pittsburgh's secondary.

Fitzpatrick is still nursing a lingering knee injury Tuesday, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

Fitzpatrick was limited with a knee injury leading up to Sunday's loss to the Bills, but he ultimately shed any designations prior to kickoff. Barring any setbacks, the hope will be that he can progress similarly Week 6.

Fitzpatrick doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against the Bills, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Fitzpatrick didn't practice Wednesday after picking up a knee injury during the team's Week 4 loss to the Jets. However, he returned as a limited participant Thursday and was full go Friday, putting him in line to play Sunday. The star safety has played every single defensive snap for the Steelers this season, totaling 32 tackles, four pass defenses and three interceptions, so his presence will be vital in Pittsburgh's attempt to slow down Josh Allen and the Bills.

Fitzpatrick (knee) was listed as a limited participant on the Steelers' injury report Thursday, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

Fitzpatrick picked up a knee injury during Pittsburgh's Week 4 loss to the Jets, which sidelined him during practice Wednesday. However, the star safety still managed to play 100 percent of the Steelers' defensive snaps last week, and he has recorded 32 tackles, four passes defended and three interceptions through four weeks. Fitzpatrick's presence in the secondary will be a major boost heading into Sunday's game against the Bills' prolific passing offense.

Fitzpatrick (knee) didn't practice Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Fitzpatrick recorded eight tackles during the Team's Week 4 loss to the Jets, but he also picked up a knee injury during the contest. The severity of the issue remains unclear, but per Rapoport, the Steelers are still giving the safety a chance to play in Week 5, though he'll likely have to log at least a limited session Thursday or Friday to be cleared for game action.

Fitzpatrick is being evaluated for a knee injury after Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Jets, according to head coach Mike Tomlin, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Fitzpatrick recorded eight combined tackles in the contest while also adding an interception. Any potential absence moving forward would certainly be a blow to the Steelers secondary. His status will be worth monitoring during practice this week, as a Week 5 contest against the Bills lies ahead.

Fitzpatrick (concussion) has been cleared to play Sunday by an independent neurologist, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

As expected, Fitzpatrick will be good to go for Week 4 despite showing up in concussion protocol Tuesday. The two-time All-Pro has played in 100 percent of Pittsburgh's defensive snaps through three games this season, compiling top-tier IDP numbers for fantasy managers.

Fitzpatrick (concussion) participated in full at practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of Steelers.com reports.

Fitzpatrick is still in concussion protocol after popping up there Tuesday, but his participation in practice indicates he'll likely get clearance to play again Sunday versus the Jets. The four-time All Pro selection has played every defensive snap for Pittsburgh so far this season, racking up 24 tackles, two picks and a touchdown over three games.

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Fitzpatrick is in the concussion protocol, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Fitzpatrick has played every defensive snap for the Steelers this season, so his head injury evidently cropped up during an evaluation conducted following the team's Week 3 loss to the Browns. Considering the Steelers played on Thursday night last week, the fact that Fitzpatrick remains in the protocol five days later isn't the most reassuring sign, but he'll still have four more days to gain clearance from an independent neurologist before the team faces the Jets on Sunday. Through his first three contests of 2022, the standout safety has racked up 24 tackles to go along with two interceptions and a touchdown.

Fitzpatrick totaled six tackles (two solo) and an interception during the Steelers' 17-14 loss to the Patriots on Sunday.

Fitzpatrick was on the field for every defensive snap during Sunday's narrow loss. Although he wasn't able to replicate his Week 1 performance when he had 14 tackles, the 2018 first-rounder recorded an interception for a second consecutive week. Fitzpatrick has already matched his interception total from a year ago and has been prominently featured in the Steelers' defense to begin the 2022 campaign.

Fitzpatrick totaled 14 sacks (10 solo), an interception, a touchdown and a blocked kick during Sunday's 23-20 overtime win over Cincinnati.

The Steelers went three-and-out on their first drive of the game Sunday, but Fitzpatrick put the team on the board by returning an interception for a touchdown on the Bengals' second play from scrimmage. The 2018 first-rounder also led the team in tackles and blocked an extra-point try at the end of regulation to force overtime. Fitzpatrick was on the field for every defensive snap during Sunday's season opener, and it was encouraging to see him get off to a hot start in 2022 after inking a four-year, $73.6 million extension with Pittsburgh during the offseason.

The Steelers activated Fitzpatrick from the team's active/non-football injury list Thursday, Chris Adamski of the Tribune-Review reports.

Fitzpatrick did not participate in the team's previous offseason workouts while negotiating a four-year, $73.6 million extension with the Steelers, and he opened training camp on the NFI list with a wrist injury suffered away from the team's facilities. As a result, the All-Pro safety has participated in a limited fashion throughout the start of Pittsburgh's training camp sessions, but he should now be available to practice and play this preseason. Fitzpatrick collected a career-high 124 tackles over 16 games last year and he will be a cornerstone of Pittsburgh's secondary this regular season.

Fitzpatrick (wrist) should be practicing sooner rather than later, according to Steelers general manager Omar Khan Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Fitzpatrick landed on the active/non-football injury list last Tuesday after hurting his wrist while on vacation. A quick return is good news for the Steelers, as the 25-year-old should continue to be an integral piece in their secondary in 2022.

Coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Fitzpatrick was placed on the NFI list after he sustained a wrist injury during a vacation, Chris Adamski of TribLive.com reports.

Tomlin also said he doesn't expect it to be an issue for Fitzpatrick outside of creating some short-term discomfort. The four-time first-team all pro can be expected to be back in action by the end of training camp, and he'll once again be a top-end fantasy option at DB in 2022 after recording a career-high 124 tackles in 2021.

Fitzpatrick agreed to a four-year, $18.4 million extension with the Steelers on Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports

Per Schefter, the deal makes Fitzpatrick the highest paid safety in NFL history. The 2018 first-round pick is coming off a career-high 124 tackle season and has recorded 11 interceptions, four fumble recoveries, three forced fumbles and three touchdowns across his first three seasons in Pittsburgh. The Alabama product projects to be one of the most prolific IDP players in fantasy once again during the 2022 campaign.

Fitzpatrick totaled six tackles (five solo) and a pass defense in Sunday's 16-13 OT win over the Ravens.

Fitzpatrick tied for the team lead in tackles during Sunday's regular-season finale and totaled at least six tackles in six of his last seven appearances of the year. He appeared in all but one game during the regular season and had a team-high 124 tackles (84 solo) along with two interceptions, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and seven pass defenses.

Fitzpatrick recorded 12 tackles and one pass defended in Sunday's 36-10 loss to the Chiefs.

Fitzpatrick was one of the few bright spots in an otherwise disastrous game for Pittsburgh by leading the team in tackles. He's occupied a key role in the defense throughout the season, but has been particularly sharp of late by logging 50 tackles, four passes defended and two interceptions across his last five contests. With 114 stops for the season, Fitzpatrick has already surpassed the 100-tackle mark for the first time in his career and will have the chance to build on his production in Monday's matchup against the Browns.

Fitzpatrick logged 14 tackles (12 solo) and a fumble recovery in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Titans.

Fitzpatrick's 14 tackles marked his highest total of the season, and he led the Steelers in tackles during the narrow victory. He's played every defensive snap in each of the last three games and has totaled 29 tackles (22 solo), an interception, a fumble recovery and two pass defenses during that time.

Fitzpatrick recorded nine tackles (seven solo) and an interception in Sunday's 20-19 win over the Ravens.

Fitzpatrick was unable to haul in any interceptions across the first nine games of the season, but he's now recorded picks in back-to-back weeks. He ended Baltimore's opening drive with his interception in the end zone during Sunday's narrow victory and also led the Steelers in tackles. The 2018 first-rounder has recorded a career-high 82 tackles (56 solo) with two interceptions, three pass defenses and a forced fumble across his first 11 appearances of the season.

Fitzpatrick totaled eight tackles (five solo) and an interception in Sunday's 41-10 loss to the Bengals.

Fitzpatrick missed last week's loss to the Chargers after testing positive for COVID-19, but he was on the field for 95 percent of the Steelers' defensive snaps in Week 12. Across four appearances since Pittsburgh's Week 7 bye, the 25-year-old has tallied 25 tackles (18 solo), an interception and two pass defenses.

Fitzpatrick has been activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list.

As a result, Fitzpatrick, who missed the Steelers' loss to the Chargers in Week 11, will reclaim his starting free safety slot Sunday against the Bengals. It's a role that has yielded 64 tackles and a forced fumble for the 2018 first-rounder, whose looming return to action will be a nice boost to a defense that allowed 41 points, three passing TDs and 382 passing yards to Los Angeles this past weekend.

Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that he expects Fitzpatrick (illness) to return from the reserve/COVID-19 list prior to Sunday's game against the Bengals, Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site reports.

Fitzpatrick was sidelined for the Steelers' Week 11 loss to the Chargers, but because he's vaccinated, he'll be eligible to rejoin the team as soon as he's asymptomatic of the virus and submits two negative tests at least 24 hours apart. Given that he first tested positive for the virus a week ago, Fitzpatrick could be cleared soon, assuming he's experiencing no setbacks in his recovery from the illness. Through nine games this season, Fitzpatrick has tallied 64 tackles (44 solo), one pass breakup and one forced fumble.

Fitzpatrick (illness) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Chargers, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Fitzpatrick was placed on the COVID-19 list Monday and head coach Mike Tomlin had already signaled the 24-year-old was not likely to feature this weekend, so his absence shouldn't be surprising. This might lead Tre Norwood to play a bigger role against Los Angeles.

Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Fitzpatrick (illness) isn't expected to play in Sunday's contest against the Chargers, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Fitzpatrick was placed on the COVID-19 list Monday after Kimberley A. Martin of ESPN reported that the 24-year-old tested positive for the virus. According to Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com, Fitzpatrick is vaccinated, so he would be eligible to play Sunday against the Chargers as long as he's no longer experiencing symptoms and provides two negative tests at least 24 hours apart. However, Tomlin's comments suggest the Steelers are planning to be without the star safety, which would likely force Tre Norwood into a spot start.

Pittsburgh placed Fitzpatrick (illness) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Fitzpatrick's move off the 53-man roster was fully expected after Kimberley A. Martin of ESPN reported earlier Monday that the star safety tested positive for the virus. According to Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com, Fitzpatrick is vaccinated, so he'll be eligible to play in the Steelers' next game Sunday against the Chargers so long as he's no longer experiencing symptoms of the virus and tests negative on two occasions at least 24 hours apart. Through Pittsburgh's first nine games, Fitzpatrick has recorded 64 tackles, one forced fumble and one pass breakup.

Fitzpatrick tested positive for COVID on Monday, Kimberley A. Martin of ESPNreports.

Fitzpatrick is a cornerstone of the Steelers' defense and missing him for any time would be a big blow to the secondary. It is possible he could still return in time for Week 11, but that depends on his vaccination status and ability to produce multiple negative test results. If Fitzpatrick were to miss Sunday, it will likely lead to a bigger workload for Tre Norwood or Miles Killebrew.

Fitzpatrick logged eight solo tackles in Monday's 29-27 win over the Bears.

Fitzpatrick has played every defensive snap for the Steelers across the first eight games of the season, and he paced the team in tackles during Monday's victory. The 24-year-old has recorded 59 tackles (42 solo), a forced fumble and a pass defense to begin the year.

Fitzpatrick had eight tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Packers.

Fitzpatrick also blocked a field goal and returned it for a touchdown to close out the first half, but the play was nullified due to a flag for offsides. The 24-year-old has yet to miss a snap for the Steelers this season but is missing those big plays with zero sacks, interceptions, pass breakups or forced fumbles through four games.

Fitzpatrick posted 10 tackles (six solo) and a pass breakup in Sunday's 23-16 win over the Bills.

Fitzpatrick didn't record more than eight tackles in a game during the 2020 season. It helped that Bills quarterback Josh Allen threw the ball 51 times in the opener. This is certainly a strong start for his fourth NFL season, and Fitzpatrick carries high weekly upside due to his ball-hawking abilities.

The Steelers have exercised the fifth-year option on Fitzpatrick's rookie contract, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

This was a no-brainer, considering Fitzpatrick has been fantastic and the fifth-year option is guaranteed for injury only. The 24-year-old safety has nine interceptions and three defensive touchdowns in 30 regular-season games for the Steelers, earning First Team All-Pro honors in back-to-back years.

Fitzpatrick totaled five tackles (four solo) and one pass defense in Sunday's 24-22 loss to the Browns.

Fitzpatrick made a significant impact for the Steelers during his first full season with the team in 2020. The 24-year-old recorded at least five tackles in each of the last four weeks of the season, finishing the year with 79 tackles (60 solo), four interceptions, one forced fumble and one touchdown. Fitzpatrick has played all 16 games in each of his first three seasons in the league, and he'll attempt to remain effective in the playoffs this year and in the final year of his contract in 2021.

Fitzpatrick recorded five tackles (three solo) and two interceptions in Sunday's 27-3 win over the Jaguars.

The Steelers put on a defensive clinic in Sunday's Week 11 win, and Fitzpatrick was a key contributor once again. The 2018 first-rounder has recorded at least five tackles in each of the last five games, and he now has four interceptions this year.

Fitzpatrick recorded six tackles (five solo) one interception, two pass deflections and one fumble recovery in Sunday's 24-19 win over the Cowboys.

Fitzpatrick played a key role in Sunday's win, as he recovered a fumble just before halftime that led to a field goal while also logging an interception in the end zone to prevent a Cowboys touchdown. The 2018 first-rounder has been productive in his first full season with the Steelers, racking up 36 tackles (26 solo), two interceptions, one touchdown and one fumble recovery over the first eight games of the year.

Fitzpatrick and Vince Williams will serve as the key communicators for the Steelers defense now that Devin Bush (knee-ACL) is set to undergo season-ending surgery, Mike Prisuta of the team's official site reports.

Having played 100 percent of Pittsburgh's defensive snaps this season, Fitzpatrick was a seeming fit to shoulder the responsibility of relaying play calls to the defense. Fitzpatrick wasn't quite as impactful over the first quarter of the regular season this year compared to his All-Pro campaign of 2019, but he did come up with a game-breaking contribution during a Week 6 win over Cleveland, registering a 33-yard pick-six off of Baker Mayfield.