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Head coach Matt LaFleur believes that Smith can hit the ground running in the regular season, not only because Smith previously played for LaFleur with the Tennessee Titans but also because Smith played for Arthur Smith, a former LaFleur assistant in Tennessee, in 2023 (Falcons) and 2025 (Steelers). Smith was listed as the second-string tight end, ahead of both Josh Whyle and Mark Redman, on their first depth chart of the regular season.
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Smith's depth chart placement and coaching familiarity position him for early-season role.

Jonnu Smith was listed as the second-string tight end on the Packers' first depth chart of the regular season, ahead of Josh Whyle and Mark Redman. Head coach Matt LaFleur believes Smith can hit the ground running because Smith previously played for LaFleur with the Tennessee Titans and also played for Arthur Smith, a former LaFleur assistant, in 2023 with Atlanta and 2025 with Pittsburgh. The coaching familiarity and prior experience in the system suggest immediate integration and playing-time opportunity.

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