TE - FA
- 6' 3"
- 248 lbs
- Age 30
- Florida International
2026 Outlook
- Draft Rank (ECR)
- #403
- Best / Worst
- #335 / #335
- ADP
- N/A
Availability
Veteran tight end Jonnu Smith is being released by the Pittsburgh Steelers according to multiple reports. The move saves Pittsburgh $7 million and Smith becomes an unrestricted free agent.
Fantasy Impact
Smith played all 17 games in his only season with Pittsburgh and caught 38 passes for 222 yards and two scores. His 38 receptions marked his lowest since 2022 and his 222 receiving yards were his fewest since his rookie season in 2017. Smith has played nine seasons in the NFL and has totaled 345 receptions for 3,529 yards and 30 touchdowns. He'll look to latch on with a franchise needing help at the tight end position and for an opportunity to rebound after a down year.
Jonnu Smith caught one of his two targets for two yards and added a two-yard rush in a 26-24 win over the Ravens in Week 18.
Fantasy Impact
Smith was quiet in the key win, which gave the Steelers the AFC North title. The veteran tight end finishes the 2025 regular season with 38 catches for 222 yards and two touchdowns while adding nine carries for 70 yards and a touchdown on the ground. He will now prepare to host the Texans in the Wild-Card round.
Jonnu Smith did not catch his lone target on Sunday.
Fantasy Impact
Smith had a run for 20 yards in the Steelers final drive. He remains off the fantasy radar.
Jonnu Smith delivered a surprise contribution during Monday night's victory against the Dolphins, taking a fourth-quarter pitch from Aaron Rodgers 14 yards for a touchdown. It was a rare rushing score for the veteran tight end—his first since 2020—supplementing a quiet receiving night where he caught both of his targets for 12 yards.
Fantasy Impact
Despite the visit to the end zone, Smith remains buried on the depth chart behind Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington, both of whom saw more volume in the passing game. He remains a risky fantasy option for Week 16 against the Lions.
Jonnu Smith did not record a reception on his lone target in the Steelers 27-22 win over the Ravens.
Fantasy Impact
Smith has been unable to make any real impact on the offense as of late. Fantasy managers can find a more consistent option prior to a Week 15 matchup with Miami.
