Report: Dolphins negotiating deal with Jonnu Smith

The Miami Dolphins are engaged in contract negotiations with free-agent tight end Jonnu Smith after he visited the team on Tuesday, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The 28-year-old spent last season with the Atlanta Falcons and hauled in 50 receptions for 582 yards and three touchdowns. It was a bounce-back campaign for the pass-catcher, who was used sparingly during the 2021 and 2022 season with the New England Patriots. However, Atlanta released Smith to save $6.5 million in cap space.

The addition of Smith would provide Miami with a veteran who is known for his pass-catching ability at the position. Durham Smythe finished last season with 366 yards on 33 receptions, but it appears that Miami is aiming to find more competition on the depth chart.

Backup Tyler Kroft is set to become an unrestricted free agent later this month. Julian Hill is also listed on the depth chart following his rookie season in 2023.