Minkah Fitzpatrick NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Miami Dolphins' Pick

POSITIVES

—Was a team leader and Alpha on the Alabama roster. Coaches raved about his work ethic and football IQ.

—Is a versatile athlete and defensive chess piece. Has played cornerback, multiple safety spots and a nickel edge position.

—Has quick feet and awesome awareness, which makes him a tough matchup for offensive players in coverage.

—Is a great open-field tackler and was very successful as a nickel blitzer off the edge.

—Is an extremely clean prospect on and off the field. Fitzpatrick has a character grade similar to Jamal Adams or Jalen Ramsey.

—Runs with a very high motor and doesn't slow up or take plays off. Is unselfish.

—Has shown ball skills and is able to compete for the ball in the air against bigger receivers thanks to his frame and timing.

NEGATIVES

—He doesn't have the speed or arm length to play as an outside cornerback.

—Isn't an explosive athlete with top-tier speed. 

—Wins more with instincts than athletic talent.

—Might need time to acclimate to any one position after moving around at Alabama.

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OVERALL

Minkah Fitzpatrick is one of the cleanest players in the entire class. He is a superb leader on and off the field, has excellent football intelligence and was routinely the best player in his college games. His projection isn't as easy because he'll likely move into a full-time safety role in the NFL, but Fitzpatrick has all the tools of a top-10 pick.

GRADE: 7.20 (Round 1)

PRO COMPARISON: Micah Hyde, Buffalo Bills