Jonnu Smith Prioritizes Miami Amid Steelers Trade Talks

Jonnu Smith, the Miami Dolphins' Pro Bowl tight end, has expressed a strong desire to remain with the team following a career-best 2024 season where he set franchise records for receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns by a tight end. Despite trade talks between Miami and the Pittsburgh Steelers, Smith's agent Drew Rosenhaus confirmed that Miami is Smith's first choice and offseason home. Smith is negotiating a new contract as he enters the final year of a two-year deal worth $8.4 million, but Miami's salary cap constraints may complicate extension talks. The Steelers have shown interest due to Smith's past working relationship with their offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, and other teams have reportedly inquired as well. Meanwhile, the Dolphins are preparing for the possibility of trading Smith and may target other tight ends like Atlanta's Kyle Pitts to fill the potential void. Miami's broader roster moves, including possible trades involving Jalen Ramsey, reflect their intent to remain competitive while managing salary cap and depth concerns.