Falcons plan to franchise-tag tight end Kyle Pitts: Source
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The Atlanta Falcons have placed the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts, ensuring he remains with the team for at least the 2026 season at a cost of approximately $16.5 million against the salary cap.
- Pitts, the fourth overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft and the highest-drafted tight end in history, showed early promise with over 1,000 receiving yards as a rookie but faced setbacks due to injury and inconsistent performance in subsequent seasons.
- After a strong 2025 season with 928 yards and five touchdowns, Pitts appears to be regaining his form and plans to attend the Tight End University camp to continue his development.
- Head coach Kevin Stefanski, known for his appreciation of tight ends
