Steelers Confirm Jonnu Smith No.81 After Dolphins Trade

The Pittsburgh Steelers have solidified their roster for the 2025 NFL season by assigning jersey numbers to key acquisitions from their blockbuster trade with the Miami Dolphins. Newly acquired tight end Jonnu Smith will wear jersey No. 81, a number he has worn previously during his NFL career with the Falcons, Titans, and Patriots, signaling a return to familiarity and comfort as he joins the Steelers. Smith, coming off a Pro Bowl-caliber season with Miami where he recorded 88 receptions, 884 yards, and eight touchdowns, is expected to bring versatility to the Steelers' offense under offensive coordinator Arthur Smith and will share tight end duties with Pat Friermuth and Darnell Washington. Cornerback Jalen Ramsey, also acquired in the trade, will continue wearing No. 5, adding strength and swagger to the Steelers’ defense alongside linebacker Patrick Queen, who wears No. 6. These moves are part of a broader Steelers effort to rebound from a disappointing finish to their 10-7 2024 campaign and to provide quarterback Aaron Rodgers with a strong supporting cast, including wide receiver DK Metcalf. The Steelers' revamped roster and fresh jersey numbers reflect a new chapter for the franchise, aiming for a successful 2025 season.