The Pittsburgh Steelers appear to be going backwards and forwards with their reported pursuit of a Professional Bowl tight finish.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter first reported on Thursday that Pittsburgh had been in touch with the Miami Dolphins about a potential trade for veteran tight finish Jonnu Smith. Then on Tuesday, Schefter stated the Steelers had been no longer targeting Smith and had been as a substitute turning their focus to free-agent broad receiver Gabe Davis.
The commerce chatter is now again on once more. Schefter reported on Tuesday night that the Steelers had “renewed conversations” with the Dolphins about Smith, who needs a brand new contract.
Smith is within the second of a two-year, $8.4M contract he signed with the Dolphins final offseason. He had a profession yr in 2024 and set franchise data for a decent finish with 88 catches and 884 yards. Smith’s eight landing receptions additionally matched his profession excessive.
Smith will flip 30 earlier than the beginning of the upcoming season, so you’ll be able to perceive why he needs to money in on his success from final yr. This may possible be his ultimate probability to signal a profitable extension.
The Steelers traded George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys this offseason and will use an alternative choice within the passing recreation. Pat Freiermuth had 65 receptions for 653 yards and 7 touchdowns final yr and has been dependable, however Pittsburgh offensive coordinator Arthur Smith may positively discover a spot for Smith.
In fact, the massive query is all the time asking worth. Smith’s agent Drew Rosenhaus has stated Smith wants to remain in Miami, so the Dolphins will not be all that motivated to commerce the tight finish.
