Fitzpatrick Responds to Chubb Hit: ‘I Do Not Play Dirty’
Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick spoke for the first time since his tackle resulted in a season-ending knee injury for Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb. Fitzpatrick emphasized that there was no ill intention behind the play and stated that he told Chubb it wasn’t intentional. He defended his character, stating that he’s a competitor but not a dirty player. Fitzpatrick explained his decision to tackle Chubb low and mentioned the need for defensive players to protect themselves when tackling big guys. He also addressed the criticism he received and expressed his readiness to play in the upcoming game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
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