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Steelers involved in trade talks for Pro Bowl tight end

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Grey Papke | Last updated May 29, 2025 3:29 PM ET

The Pittsburgh Steelers have worked to upgrade their offense this offseason, but they might not be done.

The Steelers have engaged in trade talks with the Miami Dolphins about tight end Jonnu Smith, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The Dolphins are willing to trade Smith after the tight end asked for a reworked contract.

Talks are exploratory at this stage, and Smith would still prefer to remain with Miami on an increased salary from the $4.8 million he is slated to make this year.

The Dolphins have had trade discussions with the Pittsburgh Steelers about their lone Pro-Bowl selection last season, tight end Jonnu Smith, per league sources. Those talks came after Smith expressed an interest in reworking his deal that is scheduled to pay him $4.8 million this… pic.twitter.com/t4G8DqsF6s
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 29, 2025

Smith had a breakout campaign in 2024, posting career-best numbers across the board. He caught 88 passes for 884 yards and 8 touchdowns, which resulted in his first Pro Bowl selection of his career. The 8-year veteran has previously spent time with Tennessee, New England, and Atlanta.

Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith is a fan of the tight end, having worked with him in both Tennessee and Atlanta. That is likely a significant factor driving the Steelers’ interest.

Pittsburgh already has a starting tight end in Pat Freiermuth, and they also traded for wide receiver DK Metcalf earlier in the offseason. However, the team has been short on weapons in recent years, and just traded George Pickens away. They could certainly do with more help on offense, and Smith may fit the bill.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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