Jonnu Smith began the 2024 NFL season with a new team, finding a home with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-dolphins">Miami Dolphins</a> after parting ways with Atlanta. So far, the tight end seems genuinely happy, recently sharing messages of support for quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and teammate Calais Campbell.



During an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, Smith expressed his excitement about being part of the Dolphins and his admiration for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tua-tagovailoa">Tua Tagovailoa</a>. “[Tua] is who he is for a reason. He deserves all the credit in the world… We got the best quarterback on the planet. Excited to be in this system with him and just watch him go out there and make the plays.”



Smith also highlighted his bond with veteran defensive lineman Calais Campbell, praising his impact on and off the field. “He’s like the LeBron James of the NFL as far as his age and his production… One of my favorite teammates of all-time. The best leader I’ve been around. Good dude, good person, deserves everything that’s coming to him.”



Smith has already contributed significantly to Miami’s offense, scoring three touchdowns this season. His first came on the road against the Indianapolis Colts on October 20, and he recently secured his first two touchdowns at home in the Dolphins’ 34-19 victory over the Raiders.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="682" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241119_BUS_275482_GettyImages-2185283872-1024x682_57d84e68.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=682" alt="" class="wp-image-275490" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2185283872-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2185283872-300x200.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2185283872-768x511.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2185283872-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2185283872-2048x1363.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 17: Tua Tagovailoa #1 and Jonnu Smith #9 of the Miami Dolphins celebrate after Smith’s receiving touchdown in the fourth quarter of a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Hard Rock Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Jonnu Smith’s NFL Journey Before Miami</h2>



Before joining the Dolphins, Smith played four seasons with the Titans (2017-2020), followed by two seasons with the Patriots, where he managed just one touchdown. In 2023, he played for the Falcons, recording 582 receiving yards and three touchdowns across 17 games.



Smith’s best game with Miami in terms of yardage came in Week 11 against the Raiders, where he posted 101 receiving yards. His most productive game in receptions came against the Colts, finishing with seven catches on seven targets for 96 yards.

Dolphins News: Jonnu Smith sends clear message to Tua Tagovailoa and Calais Campbell

Dolphins News: Jonnu Smith sends clear message to Tua Tagovailoa and Calais Campbell - Bolavip US

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The Atlanta Falcons posted a 7-10 record in their first season without franchise quarterback, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/NFL-News-Colts-make-final-decision-regarding-Matt-Ryans-future-20230314-0045.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Matt Ryan</a>. Though the team led by head coach Arthur Smith entered a rebulding process, a mediocre <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/Tom-Brady-announces-next-chapter-after-retirement-from-the-NFL-20230324-0008.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NFC South</a> gave them a shot at the playoffs in the final weeks. It wasn’t enough.
However, the Falcons discovereda lot of things about themselves. Marcus Mariota wasn’t the quarterback of the future,Tyler Allgeier is a huge surprise as running-back and they could have a core of explosive players such asCordarrelle Patterson or Drake London. Another conclusion was the defense has to be revamped.
So, in one of the most important moments for the future of the franchise, owner <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/NFL-News-The-league-approves-a-rule-change-that-most-players-fans-will-enjoy-20230328-0018.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Arthur Blank </a>has a lot of salary-cap space to bring back the Falcons as true contenders. That’s why Atlanta just made a major splash in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/NFL-News-Why-no-teams-are-interested-in-Lamar-Jackson-after-non-exclusive-franchise-tag-20230308-0025.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NFL free agency</a>.
<h2>Calais Campbell signs with the Atlanta Falcons</h2>
The Atlanta Falcons signed defensive end Calais Campbell to a one-year contract. He’s been a star player for the Arizona Cardinals, the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Baltimore Ravens. This is much needed help for head coach Arthur Smith bringing to the locker room a leader for young players.
Also, it’s important to remember the Falcons will start the 2023 season with a new defensive coordinator: Ryan Nielsen. The moves have been there on that side of the ball with the arrival of namessuch as linebacker Kaden Elliss, defensive end David Onyemata and safety Jessi Bates III. Campbell joins that group.
Now, the big question is on offense. So far, Arthur Blankseems committed to second year quarterback DesmondRidder and, to bring competition in the room, the Falcons signed Taylor Heinicke who had some flashes playing for the Washington Commanders.
 
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