Jonnu Smith Fantasy

New England Patriots tight end Jonnu Smith will be attending the team's voluntary workouts. The 26-year-old skipped last year's offseason program (his first as a Patriot) due to the birth of his daughter and seems intent on extra time at the facility entering his second season with the team. "(Last year) I had a baby, man, so I definitely missed a lot," Smith said after Day 1 of organized team activities. "And then in minicamp, I had (an injury), so my offseason was choppy. I had some great things like my baby girl being born, and I had some unfortunate setbacks, as well. I definitely missed some quality time here, man, and I recognize how valuable that time is. I'm just trying to take advantage of that." Smith finished 2021 with a disappointing 28 receptions on 45 targets, with 294 yards and one touchdown after signing a four-year $50 million contract. He remains behind tight end Hunter Henry on the depth chart, but the team may opt for frequent 2TE sets to support the run game.

May. 24th • 9:02 AM

New England Patriots tight end Jonnu Smith plans to spend the offseason in New England as a full participant in the voluntary offseason program, according to a source. Smith didn't do so last year while awaiting the birth of his daughter, but he's looking to bounce back in 2022 after posting a disappointing 28 catches on 45 targets for 294 yards and one touchdown in 16 games (11 starts) in his first year with the Patriots in 2021. The 26-year-old was mostly used as a blocker and was overshadowed by Hunter Henry, who was a big red-zone weapon for rookie quarterback Mac Jones. Unless Henry misses time with an injury next season, Smith shouldn't be a weekly fantasy consideration at his position.

Mar. 28th • 12:54 PM

New England Patriots tight end Jonnu Smith has been barely involved in the passing attack lately. In fact, Smith has one reception in four of his last five games. Although, he could see his workload increase against the Buffalo Bills in Week 16. The Patriots are without Nelson Agholor (concussion) and likely without Kendrick Bourne due to protocols. That means, the Patriots could need Smith to step up in this game. Despite that, the Bills have been solid when it comes to covering tight ends this season. Fellow tight end Hunter Henry has much more appeal. Smith is barely a desperation deep league option.

Dec. 24th • 5:17 PM