Falcons Kyle Pitts Expected Traded During Final Contract Year

Kyle Pitts, the Atlanta Falcons' tight end and fourth overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, is entering the final year of his contract and faces significant uncertainty regarding his future with the team. Despite a strong rookie season, Pitts has struggled with consistency and injuries, failing to replicate his initial dominance, which has led to no contract extension talks from the Falcons. Analysts and insiders, including ESPN's Dan Graziano and other NFL reporters, suggest Pitts could be traded during the 2025 season if younger receivers emerge and the Falcons decide he does not fit their offensive strategy. The Falcons have reportedly received trade inquiries but are seeking significant draft compensation, reflecting Pitts' high draft pedigree despite his uneven production. Pitts remains a talented athlete with potential, but this season is seen as pivotal for him to prove he can live up to early expectations or risk being labeled a disappointing draft pick. His relationship with new quarterback Michael Penix Jr. offers some hope, but the Falcons may move on if a better fit develops in their evolving roster.