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Minkah Fitzpatrick clears air on ‘Jets being Jets’ controversy during losing streak

Minkah Fitzpatrick clarified he said "Jets beating Jets" after a loss to the Raiders, as the 2-6 team prepares to face Kansas City.

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 12:59 AM
Minkah Fitzpatrick clears air on ‘Jets being Jets’ controversy during losing streak
Key Things to Know
  • Minkah Fitzpatrick clarified he said 'Jets beating Jets' rather than 'Jets being Jets' after losing to Las Vegas.
  • Fitzpatrick stated his comments referred to self-inflicted penalties and insisted the issue caused no locker room stir.
  • The New York Jets hold a 2-6 record heading into Sunday's matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Story in 60 Seconds

New York Jets safety Minkah Fitzpatrick clarified Thursday that he said "Jets beating Jets" rather than "Jets being Jets" following Sunday's loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. Fitzpatrick explained that his comments referred to self-inflicted mistakes, such as penalties and miscues, rather than an insult directed at the franchise.

Fitzpatrick emphasized that the controversy did not disrupt the locker room, noting his teammates understood his intent as the 2-6 Jets prepare to face the Kansas City Chiefs. Meanwhile, wide receiver Garrett Wilson remained out of practice Thursday while in concussion protocol.

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