Aaron Glenn supports Minkah Fitzpatrick after hit on KC Concepcion

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Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Aaron Glenn supports Minkah Fitzpatrick after hit on KC Concepcion
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Jets head coach Aaron Glenn defended safety Minkah Fitzpatrick following a hit that left Browns rookie KC Concepcion out of the game. During the first quarter, Fitzpatrick made contact with Concepcion, resulting in a concussion. Glenn emphasized that the play was a 'bang bang' situation and stated Munka isn't a dirty player. Browns head coach Todd Monken echoed Glenn's sentiments, acknowledging the potential for such incidents in the league. Concepcion was escorted to the locker room after the hit.

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  • •KC Concepcion ruled out for the game with a concussion.
  • •Minkah Fitzpatrick received a facemask penalty earlier in the drive.
  • •The hit occurred on a deep pass attempt, causing a turnover.
  • •Aaron Glenn asserted Fitzpatrick is not a dirty player.
  • •Browns coach Todd Monken agreed it was a bang bang play.
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  • 3:39 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Glenn defends Minkah Fitzpatrick hit that knocked Cleveland’s KC Concepcion out of game
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Aaron Glenn quickly came to the defense of Jets safety Minkah Fitzpatrick for the hit that knocked KC Concepcion out of Sunday's game.

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