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Dolphins Restructure Minkah Fitzpatrick’s Contract, Clearing $11M in Cap Space

The $16.245 million bonus secures guaranteed pay for the All-Pro safety during ongoing extension talks

Jul 23, 2025; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (29) looks on during training camp at Baptist Health Training Complex. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Miami Dolphins safety Minkah Fitzpatrick is seen during the team’s first practice on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at the Baptist Health Training Complex in Miami Gardens. (Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Miami Dolphins safety Minkah Fitzpatrick stretches during practice at the NFL football team's training camp, Saturday, July 26, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Overview

  • The Dolphins converted part of Fitzpatrick’s salary into a $16.245 million signing bonus in the July 27 restructuring of his existing deal
  • Miami freed approximately $11 million against its 2025 salary cap by amortizing bonus money over the remainder of the contract
  • Agent Drew Rosenhaus confirmed that discussions for a multi-year extension beyond the 2026 season are underway
  • Fitzpatrick has fully participated in all four training-camp practices, recording interceptions and showcasing run-support prowess
  • The All-Pro safety returned to the franchise that drafted him after Miami traded Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith to acquire him in late June