Falcons, Kyle Pitts agree to three-year contract
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Key Points:
- The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a three-year, $54 million contract with tight end Kyle Pitts, including $36 million guaranteed.
- Pitts will earn an average of $18 million per year, making him one of the highest-paid tight ends, behind only George Kittle and Trey McBride.
- Pitts, the No. 4 overall pick in the 2021 draft, had a strong 2025 season with 88 receptions for 928 yards and five touchdowns.
- With Pitts signed, the Falcons can now focus on negotiating a second contract for running back Bijan Robinson, who remains under contract for two more seasons.
- George Pickens will be the only franchise-tagged player playing on the franchise tender in 2026 after Pitts' new deal.
