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Packers Sign Veteran Tight End Jonnu Smith
27 Aug
Summary
- Jonnu Smith inked a free-agent deal with Green Bay.
- Packers tight end group faces depth and injury issues.
- Smith reunites with coach Matt LaFleur from Titans tenure.
Veteran tight end Jonnu Smith has signed a free-agent contract with the Green Bay Packers as of 2026-08-27T18:06:24+00:00. The Packers have been seeking reinforcements at tight end due to current depth issues and injuries. Tucker Kraft is expected to lead the group fully healthy, but Luke Musgrave is currently sidelined with a neck injury sustained this offseason. Several other younger players are on the roster but have limited proven regular-season experience.
Smith brings nine years of NFL experience, including a previous connection with Packers head coach Matt LaFleur, who coached him in 2018. Smith's career has seen him play for multiple teams, including the Tennessee Titans, New England Patriots, Atlanta Falcons, Miami Dolphins, and most recently, the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2025 season. While typically a supplemental part of the passing game, he recorded career-best numbers in 2024 with the Dolphins, catching 88 passes for 884 yards and eight touchdowns.
