Jonnu Smith signs one-year contract with the Green Bay Packers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 11:56 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Tight end Jonnu Smith signed a one-year deal with the Green Bay Packers on Thursday, seeking to revive his career with the team. Smith identified the opportunity to play with Jordan Love as the primary factor in his decision to join the roster. Having previously played for the Tennessee Titans, New England Patriots, Atlanta Falcons, Miami Dolphins, and Pittsburgh Steelers, the veteran tight end reunites with head coach Matt LaFleur. Smith cited the leadership and maturity of Love as key elements that influenced his arrival in Green Bay. The tight end aims to increase his receiving yards after a season in Pittsburgh where he recorded 222 yards. He joins the Packers as they prepare for the upcoming schedule following his departure from the Steelers.
- •Jonnu Smith signed a one-year contract with the Green Bay Packers on Thursday.
- •Smith previously played under head coach Matt LaFleur with the Tennessee Titans in 2018.
- •The veteran tight end recorded 222 receiving yards during his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- •Smith stated that the leadership of Jordan Love was his primary reason for joining the team.
- 11:56 PMYahoo Sports — Packers New Addition Sends Strong Message on Jordan Love
"When the Green Bay Packers signed free agent tight end Jonnu Smith, it made plenty of sense. The team needed a tight end; he had familiarity with Matt LaFleur, and he was one of the best options available. Still, Smith made it clear that there was more to it than that. He signed with the […] The post Packers New Addition Sends Strong Message on Jordan Love appeared first on HEAVY.
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