The Miami Dolphins had two players sit out mandatory minicamp: Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith. The absence of Ramsey makes sense, as the former All-Pro has been told he’s being traded, leading to him no longer being a part of the team despite a trade having yet to occur.

On the other hand, Smith’s absence is due to his demand for a raise after his 2024 season, where he was at his best in his career. The Dolphins and Smith’s agent are in the middle of contract extension talks, and late Sunday, his agent provided an update on those ongoing discussions.

According to a post from C. Isaiah Smalls II on Twitter/X, Smith’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, said in an appearance on WSVN 7 Sports Xtra that the extension talks with the Dolphins were “still fluid.”

Smalls also posted that Rosenhaus said, “Nothing has been resolved yet. It’s still an ongoing situation.” This update from Rosenhaus is good news, as it means the Dolphins are at least willing to entertain an extension.

Considering how great Smith was for the Dolphins in 2024, it’s no surprise he’s asking for a raise. In 2024, his first season with the Dolphins, Smith set career highs in receptions with 88, receiving yards with 884, and receiving touchdowns with eight.

His season was incredibly productive, which has led him to demand an increase from his previous 2025 salary of just $4.64 million. Smith is the 32nd-ranked tight end based on his 2025 salary. Based on his production in 2024 and how he’s an eight-year veteran, it’s too low for the Dolphins’ tight end.

Smith will be entering his age-30 season in 2025, but he’s still a productive player and meshed very well with Tua Tagovailoa in 2024. While the Dolphins are reshuffling their roster, paying Smith should not be an issue for the team.

While his specific demands are unknown, the Dolphins’ engaging in extension talks with Smith’s agent is a good sign that things could be heading towards an amicable resolution.