Philadelphia Eagles linked to Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith in 2026 free agency The Philadelphia Eagles are being considered as a potential destination for former Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith as free agency approaches in 2026. CBS Sports has identified the Eagles as a possible landing spot for Smith, a move that aligns with the team’s need to reshape its tight end room amid uncertainty surrounding key players. Dallas Goedert, the Eagles’ starting tight end, is expected to become a free agent after securing a career-high 11 touchdowns in 2025. While he opted to take a pay cut to remain with the team, his future remains in question. Additionally, Grant Calcaterra and Kylen Granson, also pending free agents, further complicate the Eagles’ plans. General manager Howie Roseman is anticipated to address these challenges by leveraging the 2026 NFL draft, but the team is also expected to explore cost-effective free agent options. Smith, a 30-year-old Philadelphia native, could be a target in this pursuit. The tight end spent his first seven seasons with the Tennessee Titans, New England Patriots, and Atlanta Falcons before joining the Miami Dolphins in 2024. During that season, he earned a Pro Bowl nod after recording a career-high 884 receiving yards and eight touchdowns. However, his performance with the Steelers in 2025 was lackluster. He managed only 38 catches for 222 yards and two touchdowns across 17 games. Smith’s struggles were compounded by the Steelers’ crowded tight end room, which included Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington. Despite his contributions, the Steelers opted to cut him to save $7 million in salary cap space. This decision leaves Smith as a potential bargain for teams seeking affordable depth.#philadelphia_eagles #howie_roseman #dallas_goedert #jonnu_smith #pittsburgh_steelers
