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All FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast insights about Kyle Pitts
NegativeValueOct 21, 2026
The source suggests selling high on Pitts after he scored two touchdowns in the previous week. This is framed as a trade candidate to move in exchange for Terrence Ferguson, particularly when targeting managers who need immediate tight end production.PositiveRoleOct 19, 2026
Three touchdowns over the last two weeks; Jalen Hertz notes that Pitts' usage really improved this week with less Charlie Warner and specifically more snaps on 11 personnel. Last week against Baltimore he had five catches for 42 yards and a score, then five for 16 and two scores this week. Hertz is back in on Pitts now that Penix is the quarterback and the offense is better.NegativeRoleOct 17, 2026
Kyle Pitts is referenced as the tight end on a 1-4 team's roster, but the source indicates the team effectively doesn't have a viable tight end option, suggesting Pitts is not performing or not being used effectively. This context implies Pitts is not a reliable starting tight end for the team.NegativeRoleOct 6, 2026
Kyle Pitts cannot be trusted for fantasy football purposes. Despite a slight improvement in his last game, his role is 'totally nuked' as the team prioritizes other options like Austin Hooper on key drives.NegativeValueSep 30, 2026
The source is divided on Kyle Pitts. One the source suggests buying him because he is 'dirt cheap' and likely to be dropped in many leagues, arguing that his poor performance is tied to specific quarterback situations (Cooper Rush/Michael Penix Jr.). The other the source strongly disagrees, citing data that Pitts' fantasy production is cut in half when playing with Penix.NegativeBustSep 26, 2026
Pitts is considered droppable by the analysts because Michael Penix does not look his way in the passing game.PositiveBustSep 25, 2026
Kyle Pitts is ranked as TE19 and is considered a lower-tier option compared to Pat Freiermuth, with concerns regarding his target volume and usage.NegativeValueSep 19, 2026
The source indicates a preference for Jake Ferguson over Kyle Pitts in dynasty formats.PositiveBustSep 17, 2026
Pat Fitzmaurice and Andrew Erickson are avoiding Kyle Pitts, citing his 4.5% target share and poor quarterback play, preferring to stream other options until the Falcons' offense improves.NegativeUsageSep 15, 2026
Pitts is a sell candidate in shallower leagues. He played only 63% of snaps and was used primarily as a decoy, drawing only two targets despite running routes on 80% of dropbacks. With Drake London healthy, Pitts has consistently struggled to command volume, and he is now ranked as a low-end TE1/TE2.PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026
Kyle Pitts is currently a sit. He has reverted to a part-time player role for the Falcons, recording only one target in Week 1.NegativeUsageSep 15, 2026
Kyle Pitts may see an uptick in volume with Tua Tagovailoa at quarterback due to the QB's tight-end-friendly tendencies, but he remains a sit-until-further-notice player alongside other Falcons until Michael Penix starts.NegativeProjectionSep 14, 2026
Kyle Pitts' lack of production is excused by the team's quarterback situation, specifically the reliance on Cooper Rush who had limited practice time.NegativeProjectionSep 12, 2026
Kyle Pitts has been bumped down to TE8 in the rankings due to the Falcons' offensive instability and quarterback concerns.NegativeValueSep 3, 2026
The source is asked about trading for Pitts in a tight end premium league but expresses hesitation about moving Brock Bowers to acquire him.PositiveValueAug 28, 2026
Kyle Pitts is cited as an example of a player who can offer auction value when he goes for $4-5 less than Colston Loveland (e.g., $22 vs. $27), demonstrating that aggressive early bidding can uncover deals as market prices shift after the first two rounds.PositiveSleeperAug 28, 2026
Chris Welsh had Kyle Pitts as a sleeper tight end pick that contributed significantly to his top-seven overall sleeper ranking accuracy; Welsh notes that his sleeper picks in tight end positions pushed him higher in sleeper rankings than in draft rankings, where he was historically weak at TE.NegativeProjectionJul 28, 2026
If Marcus Pennix starts for the Falcons, he is not an ideal quarterback for Pitts; Tua Tagovailoa is far more tight end friendly and would unlock Pitts' ceiling.PositiveValueJul 28, 2026
Kyle Pitts is the second look behind Drake London, tied closely with Bijon Robinson in target hierarchy. The source identifies Pitts as the last tight end likely to get 100+ targets, offering a safe floor with upside if the quarterback situation (Tua vs. Pennix) breaks right. Pitts ranks TE7 on ECR at overall pick 82–83, with ranker variance from TE3 to TE14, making him a value target in the sixth–eighth round range.PositiveValueJul 28, 2026
Pitts is the source's must-target tight end, positioned as a happy medium between elite TEs (Loveland, Bowers, McBride) and late-round streamers. While 2025 numbers were boosted by Drake London's injury and Kirk Cousins' friendly passing, Pitts is expected to see 100+ targets again in 2026 under new coach Kevin Stefanski, who has consistently targeted tight ends at 30%+ of targets throughout his tenure regardless of personnel. Pitts is the second look in the receiving core behind Drake London, with Bijon Robinson as a close third. The source notes concerns about Michael Pennix (if he starts) being less tight-end friendly than Tua, but states: "In terms of value, Pitts is the guy, the last guy, again, that you can draft that is likely to get 100 plus targets." After Pitts, the next tier includes Sam Laporta (behind Jamison Williams), injured Kittle, aging Travis Kelsey, and low-volume Dalton Kincaid—all less reliable. Pitts offers a path to 100+ targets at a reasonable draft cost.NegativeProjectionJul 28, 2026
If Marcus Pennix starts for the Falcons, it is a negative outcome for Kyle Pitts, as Pennix is not a tight-end-friendly quarterback option compared to Tua Tagovailoa.PositiveValueJul 28, 2026
Kyle Pitts is the second look behind Drake London, competing closely with Bijon Robinson for target volume. The source identifies Pitts as the last tight end likely to get 100+ targets, offering a safe floor in pure volume with potential top-three to five production upside if the quarterback situation (Tua vs. Pennix) breaks favorably. Pitts ranks at tight end seven on ECR consensus at overall pick 82–83, with ranker variance from three to 14, making him a must-target value in the six to eight round range.PositiveValueJul 28, 2026
Pitts is the source's must-target TE in the mid-range, positioned as the last TE likely to get 100+ targets. Concerns about his 2025 numbers being boosted by Drake London's injury and Kirk Cousins' friendly passing are addressed: Pitts is expected to get 100+ targets again in 2026, but now more evenly spread throughout the season under new coaching. Kevin Stefanski, the new head coach, has a track record of targeting tight ends at 'the most ridiculous clip' throughout his tenure—sending 30%+ of targets to tight ends regardless of personnel. With no competition in the receiving core besides Drake London, Pitts is the clear second look followed closely by Bijon Robinson. The source notes concerns about Michael Pennix (if he starts) being suboptimal for Pitts, but if Tua starts and holds the job, he is 'far tight end friendlier' than Pennix. After Pitts, the TE landscape drops to Sam Laporta (behind Jamison Williams), injured Kittle, aging Travis Kelsey, and low-volume Dalton Kincaid, followed by touchdown-dependent options. The source states: 'In terms of value, Pitts is the guy, the last guy, again, that you can draft that is likely to get 100 plus targets.'PositiveProjectionJul 24, 2026
The source rates Kyle Pitts as tight end six in ECR, expressing confidence in his 100-plus target baseline under Kevin Stefanski, who has a strong history of targeting tight ends at a 30% clip; notes that Tua Tagovailoa may be a better fit than Kirk Cousins for Pitts' production, though he's pushed back in rankings due to deep tight end class with multiple 100-plus target options.NegativeValueJul 23, 2026
The source would easily take Sam Laporta (84th overall, TE8) over Kyle Pitts, indicating Pitts is overvalued relative to Laporta at their respective ADP positions.PositiveValueJul 21, 2026
Source selected Kyle Pitts in the ninth round at tight end in the winning draft team (Team A that finished number one), indicating confidence in his value and production at that draft position.PositiveValueJul 21, 2026
Source notes that Kyle Pitts was available in round nine as a late-round tight end option; source expresses some reservations about Pitts but acknowledges that drafting him instead of an early-round quarterback like Trevor Lawrence would have yielded a higher overall draft grade and better value allocation.PositiveValueJul 21, 2026
The source took Kyle Pitts in the 10th round, noting he was falling dramatically and citing an end-of-year tear as justification for the pick at that value.NegativeProjectionJul 17, 2026
Kyle Pitts is not expected to be tight end one and has limited upside due to his size limiting goal-line opportunities, with B.J. Robinson expected to vulture touchdowns.NegativeValueJul 14, 2026
Derek Brown avoids the middle-class of tight ends including Kyle Pitts, preferring to either get elite options early or punt to late-round targets.PositiveRoleJul 2, 2026
Kyle Pitts is identified as the Falcons' primary target over the middle in week one against Pittsburgh, suggesting he will be a focal point of the Atlanta offense in the matchup as Drake London faces lockdown coverage from Joey Porter Jr.NegativeRoleJun 29, 2026
Signed a three-year, $54 million extension with the Falcons; the source notes he is still young at 25 years old and the extension signals the Falcons' commitment to keeping the core of Bijan Robinson, Pitts, and Drake London together. However, the biggest concern remains his performance when Drake Maye is in the lineup and the quarterback situation in Atlanta. The source is not totally sold on targeting him unless he falls late in drafts.NegativeProjectionJun 25, 2026
The source presents conflicting takes on Pitts. While acknowledging he was tight end two in half-point PPR scoring last year with 88 catches, 928 yards, and five touchdowns, and that new Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski has historically been tight-end friendly (his offenses averaged 167 tight end targets over the last three years), the source is ultimately not excited about Pitts and doesn't view him as part of his tight end strategy. Pitts is going in the middle tier of tight ends (7-11 range), which historically has a high bust rate. The core concern: when Drake London is healthy, London is clearly the alpha in the passing game, not Pitts. Last two seasons, Pitts averaged 8.5 PPR points per game, which would rank outside the top 20 tight ends. He was better with Kirk Cousins than Michael Penix. The source worries about the ceiling with Tua or Michael Penix as quarterback and notes the Falcons could be drafting a quarterback in 2027, suggesting potential quarterback instability. At age 25, only Rob Gronkowski, Tony Gonzalez, and Jason Witten had more catches through their age 25 seasons, but the source will only consider Pitts if he falls into late-round tight end territory.PositiveRoleJun 5, 2026
Kyle Pitts is expected to bounce back this season, contributing significantly to the Falcons' offense.PositiveDepth ChartJun 3, 2026
Kyle Pitts was available at the start of round 11, indicating a potential drop in value compared to earlier drafts.PositiveRoleNo date
Pitts' production splits show he did his best work when Drake London was off the field; with London healthy, Pitts will see reduced target share and red zone opportunities, limiting his consistency.NegativeProjectionNo date
Pitts has never been a good touchdown scorer; his career highs in targets, receptions, and touchdowns last year set him up for a good market, but the source doesn't believe he'll be as consistent this year with Drake London healthy and on the field; Pitts' best work came when London was off the field.PositiveProjectionNo date
Kyle Pitts went off the board in the fifth round, sometimes going as tight end five and sometimes as tight end eight depending on the draft.