FS Minkah Fitzpatrick announcement that he is leaving Pittsburgh Steelers now another significant issue for team…..

The Pittsburgh Steelers have activated safety Minkah Fitzpatrick from the Reserve/COVID-19 list, the team announced Thursday.

Fitzpatrick tested positive for COVID-19 last Monday following the Steelers’ matchup with the Detroit Lions. He was placed on the reserve list and missed Week 11 against the Los Angeles Chargers.

The Steelers turned to rookie Tre Norwood to start in Fitzpaptrick’s place.

Fitzpatrick is second on the team in tackles with 64, including 44 solo stops.

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Minkah Fitzpatrick is now the highest paid safety in NFL history after signing his four-year contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The two-time All-Pro inked a roughly $73 million deal with $36 million in guaranteed money. Speaking for the first time after the new deal, Fitzpatrick was full of smiles, thanking everyone from the Rooney family to his loved ones for their part in his journey.

“It’s a blessing, man,” Fitzpatrick said. “It’s something that you work for for a long time. I remember when I was 15 and I was telling my father when we were working together that I was going to be at this position that I am. Being here is surreal. It’s awesome. I’m happy that we’ve got it done in the timing that we got it done. I’m very fortunate to be a Pittsburgh Steeler for the long run.

Fitzpatrick found his NFL success in Pittsburgh, earning two Pro Bowls and two All-Pros since his arrival in 2019. The Steelers traded a first-round pick with the Miami Dolphins and have seen the move pay dividends ever since.