Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jonnu Smith

Discover the career path of Jonnu Smith, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Jonnu Smith is a professional American football tight end currently playing for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. He played college football at Florida International University (FIU) and was drafted into the NFL by the Tennessee Titans in 2017. Smith spent four seasons with the Titans before signing with the New England Patriots in 2021. In 2023, he was traded to the Atlanta Falcons and subsequently signed with the Miami Dolphins in 2024.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2013: Freshman Year at FIU

In 2013, as a freshman, Jonnu Smith played 12 games for Florida International University, achieving 388 receiving yards and scoring two touchdowns.

2014: Sophomore Year at FIU

In 2014, as a sophomore, Jonnu Smith played 12 games for Florida International University, achieving 710 receiving yards and scoring eight touchdowns.

2015: Junior Year at FIU

In 2015, as a junior, Jonnu Smith played in 8 games for Florida International University, achieving 397 receiving yards and scoring four touchdowns.

2016: Senior Year at FIU

In 2016, as a senior, Jonnu Smith played 11 games for Florida International University, achieving 506 receiving yards and scoring four touchdowns.

March 29, 2017: Participated at FIU's pro day

On March 29, 2017, Jonnu Smith participated at FIU's pro day, performing the three-cone drill and positional drills for scouts and team representatives from 29 NFL teams and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League.

May 17, 2017: Signed with the Titans

On May 17, 2017, Jonnu Smith signed a four-year, $3.10 million contract with the Tennessee Titans.

2017: Drafted by the Tennessee Titans

In 2017, Jonnu Smith was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the third round of the NFL draft.

2017: Senior Bowl Appearance

In 2017, Jonnu Smith was invited to play in the Senior Bowl, but was overshadowed by other tight ends.

2018: 2018 Season Performance

In 2018, Jonnu Smith finished the season with 20 receptions for 258 yards and three touchdowns in 13 games. The Titans missed the playoffs.

2019: Career-Highs in 2019

In 2019, Jonnu Smith set career-highs in receptions with 35 and receiving yards with 439, also tying his career-high in touchdowns with three. He also rushed four times for 78 yards.

2020: 2020 Season Performance

In 2020, Jonnu Smith recorded 41 receptions for 448 receiving yards and eight receiving touchdowns in 15 games. He scored his first professional rushing touchdown this year.