Steelers Consider Cutting Jonnu Smith for Cap Space

0:00This is Corey, with NFL News Today, Powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Pittsburgh Steelers are eyeing some roster moves before the newly gear starts on March 11th. Analysts think they might cut tight in John Smith to free up salary cap space. Smith carries a $10 million cap hit next season, and releasing him would save $7 million after taking on $3.8 million. In Dead Money, experts point to Smith's underwhelming performance last year as a big reason. He averaged just 4.6 yards after the catch per reception, his lowest ever, and earned a poor player grade that ranked him 74th. Out of 75 tight ends, Pittsburgh already has solid options at the position with Pat Fryermuth and Darnel Washington on the roster. Plus, changes in coaching, including a new offensive coordinator, makes Smith's role harder to justify. This move could help the Steelers redirect funds to other needs on offense or defense. Things like Jalen Ramsey and Patrick Queen have come up as alternatives for cap relief,

1:02though they might stick around. As the deadline nears, expect more talk about cap management. The team wants flexibility heading into free agency and the draft. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode. A pillow that sounds as good as it feels. Built for listening in Bed. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.