Jets rule out Minkah Fitzpatrick against Packers due to injury
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 5:17 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Jets will not have safety Minkah Fitzpatrick available for their game against the Packers on Sunday. Fitzpatrick, a former All-Pro, is sidelined with a groin injury. The Jets currently face the longest interception drought in NFL history, which has raised concerns about their defensive capabilities. This absence could further challenge their performance in the matchup.
- •Minkah Fitzpatrick ruled out with a groin injury.
- •Jets hold the longest interception drought in NFL history.
- •Fitzpatrick is considered their most accomplished interceptor.
- •The game against the Packers is scheduled for Sunday.
- 5:17 PMYahoo Sports — Jets rule out safety Minkah Fitzpatrick against Packers as Jordan Love brings a pass-heavy attack
- 5:01 PMESPN — Mired in historic interception drought, Jets rule out Fitzpatrick
"The New York Jets ruled out safety Minkah Fitzpatrick ahead of their home opener Sunday against Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers' formidable pass-heavy offense. Coach Aaron Glenn announced Friday that Fitzpatrick, who is dealing with a groin injury suffered on the Jets' sixth defensive play of their win at Tennessee, would sit out against Green Bay, as expected, along with edge rusher Joseph Ossai (foot), rookie wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (ankle) and running back/kick returner Kene Nwangwu (back).
"The Jets, mired in the longest interception drought in NFL history, will be without their most accomplished interceptor Sunday against the Packers as former All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick was ruled out with a groin injury.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 5:17 PMJets rule out safety Minkah Fitzpatrick against Packers as Jordan Love brings a pass-heavy attack
The New York Jets ruled out safety Minkah Fitzpatrick ahead of their home opener Sunday against Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers' formidable pass-heavy offense. Coach Aaron Glenn announced Friday that Fitzpatrick, who is dealing with a groin injury suffered on the Jets' sixth defensive play of their win at Tennessee, would sit out against Green Bay, as expected, along with edge rusher Joseph Ossai (foot), rookie wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (ankle) and running back/kick returner Kene Nwangwu (back).
- ESPNSep 18, 2026, 5:01 PMMired in historic interception drought, Jets rule out Fitzpatrick
The Jets, mired in the longest interception drought in NFL history, will be without their most accomplished interceptor Sunday against the Packers as former All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick was ruled out with a groin injury.
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