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Minkah Fitzpatrick - Journey to Greatness

September 28, 2018
Minkah Fitzpatrick's journey from St. Peter's Prep to the 11th overall pick by the Dolphins.

Minkah Fitzpatrick overcame Hurricane Irene destroying his family's home to become one of the nation's top recruits at St. Peter's Prep in New Jersey. His versatility as a two-way player earned him five-star status.

Fitzpatrick chose Alabama, where he won a national championship and developed into an All-American. The Miami Dolphins selected him 11th overall in the 2018 NFL Draft, fulfilling a childhood dream shaped by resilience and family support.