Kyle Pitts, the Atlanta Falcons' tight end, was taken No. 4 overall in the 2021 NFL Draft, and he has had a mix of ups and downs during his four years in the league.
As a rookie, he was impressed with over 1,000 receiving yards and a Pro Bowl selection, but he only found the end zone once. The next two seasons were affected by injury, changes in the offense, and inconsistent quarterback play. In 2024, he showed some signs of getting back on track, catching 47 passes for 581 yards and five touchdowns.
Now 24 years old, Pitts has totaled 196 catches, 2,628 yards, and 11 touchdowns in 61 games. While fans have often questioned his usage and role in the offense, especially with other stars around him, his talent and upside remain clear. Here are three reasons why the Falcons should not trade him.
Why Trading Kyle Pitts Would Be a Mistake for the Falcons
Finally Building Chemistry with a Falcons Quarterback
For the first time in his career, Pitts will enter a season with a quarterback he already worked with in training camp. In past years, he had to adjust to new quarterbacks each season, which made it hard to build strong connections on the field. With Michael Penix Jr. expected to start in 2025, Pitts finally has a chance to grow with a familiar quarterback and take another step forward from his solid 2024 season.
Pitts Still Has Untapped Star Potential
Pitts still has a lot of potential that hasn’t been fully used, and with the right quarterback and system, he could become a major problem for defenses. At 6-foot-6 with rare speed, he has the size and athletic ability to win tough matchups and create big plays. Trading him now would be too soon, especially since he’s only 24 and still getting better.
His Trade Value Might Be Lower Than His True Worth
Trading Pitts now could mean the Falcons don’t get enough in return. His numbers have dipped mostly because of injuries and inconsistent quarterback play—not because he isn’t talented. If the team gives up on him too early, they could watch him shine on another team while getting little back for a player with rare skills and huge upside.
