Falcons Release Tight End Jonnu Smith, Gain Salary Cap Space

The Atlanta Falcons have freed up $6.5 million in salary cap space by releasing tight end Jonnu Smith, marking a significant shift in their roster strategy.

Jonnu Smith, who set career highs with the Falcons last season, has been released in a cost-cutting move.
The release saves the Falcons $6.5 million in cap space, while incurring a $2.5 million dead money charge.
Smith's departure is seen as a move to focus on Kyle Pitts as the primary tight end, potentially increasing his targets.
Former Falcons coach Arthur Smith, now with the Steelers, could be interested in reuniting with Jonnu Smith.
The Falcons have hired former Rams coordinators Raheem Morris, Zac Robinson, and Jimmy Lake, indicating a new direction for the team.