Steelers Acquire Jonnu Smith, Jalen Ramsey in Major Dolphins Trade

Jonnu Smith, a tight end who set franchise records with the Miami Dolphins in 2024, was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers after contract negotiations with Miami stalled, despite his breakout season and Pro Bowl appearance. Smith expressed disappointment about not finishing his career in Miami, where he had personal ties and had begun investing in a home, but he acknowledged the business side of the NFL and holds no ill feelings toward the Dolphins organization. The Steelers offered Smith a one-year, $12 million contract, nearly tripling his previous salary, and reunited him with offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, with whom he has a longstanding professional relationship. Smith emphasized that being valued and appreciated was paramount, crediting Pittsburgh for seeing him as a top player both economically and in terms of role fit. The blockbuster trade also involved sending cornerback Jalen Ramsey to Miami for veteran safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, contributing to Miami’s ongoing roster restructuring despite criticism. Smith's positive reaction to joining the Steelers, including a social media post and a personal video, underlines his readiness to contribute to a team seeking to end a postseason win drought.