Dolphins acquired S Minkah Fitzpatrick from the Steelers in exchange for CB Jalen Ramsey, TE Jonnu Smith, and a 2027 fifth-round pick.

30 June 2025

ESPN’s Adam Schefter was the first to report Fitzpatrick’s involvement in the trade. In what appears to be a player-for-player deal, Fitzpatrick, who was selected No. 11 overall by the Dolphins in 2018, now heads back to his former team. The veteran safety totaled 96 tackles, one interception, and four pass breakups in 17 games last season and was named to his third consecutive Pro Bowl. Fitzpatrick should provide immediate help to the back end of the Dolphins’ secondary, but the subtraction of Ramsey will leave the defense with plenty to prove heading into this season.