This is Minkah Fitzpatrick’s contract that the Dolphins have acquired. Duration, earnings and expectations

In a move out of nowhere like a Randy Orton ‘RKO’, the Miami Dolphins have snapped up the services of former player Minkah Fitzpatrick, who leaves the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for cornerback Jalen Ramsey.

The swap has burst out the blue, with pundits and fans still wrapping their heads around the surprise switch. After joining from Alabama in the 2018 Draft, Fitzpatrick played just 18 games for Miami before making the move to Pittsburgh a year later.

He returns to where it all began as a five-time Pro Bowler and a three-time All-Pro; not bad business for the Miami side. Or is it?

How much will Minkah Fitzpatrick earn at the Miami Dolphins?

According to Spotrac, Fitzpatrick signed a 4‑year extension signed on June 15, 2022, worth $73.6 million, with an average annual value of $18.4 million and $36 million guaranteed.

He is set to earn $15.5 million in 2025 and $17.6 million in 2026, a fee the Dolphins have picked up.

The move sees the franchise not only replace the eye-watering Ramsey contract but fill a Jevon Holland-shaped hole after the safety’s departure.

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In 2024, Minkah Fitzpatrick played all 17 games for the Steelers, recording 96 tackles (62 solo), 1 interception, 1 forced fumble, and 4 passes defended. The Steelers had a a strong 10–7 regular season which saw them make a return to the playoffs. However, they came up against the Ravens in the Wild Card round and quickly exited with a one-and-done postseason result.

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