Overview
- Coach Mike McDaniel said the calf injury surprised Fitzpatrick, described his status as week-to-week, and indicated it does not appear season-ending, with additional testing planned.
- Fitzpatrick exited Monday’s 28-15 loss in Pittsburgh in the third quarter and did not return, but he walked off the field on his own.
- The defeat dropped the Dolphins to 6-8 and eliminated them from the playoff race with three games remaining.
- If Fitzpatrick cannot go, Miami is weighing safeties Ashtyn Davis, Iffy Melinfonwu, Dante Trader and Elijah Campbell, a decision complicated by Fitzpatrick’s frequent nickel/slot duties.
- Facing his former team added an emotional layer, with Fitzpatrick acknowledging strong feelings about Pittsburgh and Steelers coach Mike Tomlin saying, “We care about him.”