
Commanders Eyeing Smith as Free Agent Tight End
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Jonnu Smith, a veteran tight end with proven receiving skills, was released by the Pittsburgh Steelers after one season. The Washington Commanders, in need of a reliable option at the position, are a prime suitor. Smiths experience and production make him an attractive short-term solution, potentially bridging the gap until Ben Sinnott is ready to take on a larger role.
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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! — Commanders Eyeing Smith as Free Agent Tight End. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.
0:00Welcome to NFL News Today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. The Pittsburgh Steelers released Titan John Smith after just one season with the team. This move adds another solid veteran to the free agent pool at a time when several NFL squads need help there. The 30-year-old Smith brings proven receiving skills to teams on the hunt. Meanwhile, the Washington commanders stand out as a prime suitor. They need a reliable option to step in after zackers, even with young Ben Sinat poised for a bigger role under the new offensive coordinator, relying only on Senate's growth could be a gamble for next season. Smith entered the league as a third-round pick in 2017 and has bounced around with the Titans, Patriots, Falcons, Dolphins, and now Steelers. Fans and analysts see his experience as a steadying force for teams rebuilding their Titan rooms. In nine NFL seasons, he's wrecked of 345 receptions for 3,529 yards and 30 touchdowns.
1:03His standout year came in 2024 with Miami, where he hauled in 88 passes for 884 yards and eight scores. Last season in Pittsburgh, he managed 38 catches for 222 yards and two touchdowns while splitting time. Experts expect the commanders to snag a free agent tight in soon, and Smith fits as a cost-effective short-term bridge. He's cheaper than flashier young options, letting Washington test Sinat without a big long-term commitment. It all comes down to how much they're willing to spend, appreciation to our sponsor for backing this episode. Head in, sound on, lights out. That is the routine, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.
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