Steelers took just one year to learn what Dolphins already knew about Jonnu Smith
Phin Phanatic • • sports
Key Points:
- The Miami Dolphins are seeking a tight end but are unlikely to reunite with Jonnu Smith, who was traded to the Steelers last season and has now been released by Pittsburgh.
- Smith had a standout 2024 season with Miami but struggled in Pittsburgh, catching only 38 passes and two touchdowns, leading to his release which saves the Steelers $7 million in cap space.
- Miami traded Smith due to his holdout threat for a higher salary, with the team skeptical of his production which was boosted by injuries to other Dolphins players.
- The trade involving Smith also included Jalen Ramsey going to Pittsburgh and Minkah Fitzpatrick coming to Miami, with Fitzpatrick performing better for the Dolphins than Ramsey did for the Steelers.
