New Delhi, March 9 -- The Miami Dolphins have traded star safety Minkah Fitzpatrick to the New York Jets, in a stunning move just ahead of NFL free agency. The deal, confirmed by ESPN on Monday, sees Miami receiving a 2026 seventh-round pick originally belonging to the Los Angeles Chargers. The Jets quickly followed up by agreeing to sign Fitzpatrick to a three-year, $40 million contract, according to his agent Drew Rosenhaus.

This trade marks a bold step for the Jets, who are looking to bolster their secondary after a tough 2025 season. Fitzpatrick, a five-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro, brings proven playmaking ability to a unit that struggled with turnovers last year.

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