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Falcons Plan Franchise Tag for Kyle Pitts

The move buys time to pursue a multi-year deal before the mid-July deadline.

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Dec 21, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. (8) makes a catch for a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
Top TE Not Reaching Free Agency? Falcons Reportedly Expected to Tag Kyle Pitts
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Overview

  • Multiple outlets report Atlanta will apply the tight end franchise tag to Pitts, projecting a one-year, fully guaranteed salary of about $16.3 million for 2026.
  • Team and player are expected to work on a long-term extension, with negotiations allowed until July 15 before the tag locks in for the season.
  • Pitts, 25, is coming off a resurgence in 2025 with 88 receptions, 928 yards and five touchdowns, earning second-team All-Pro honors.
  • The decision comes under new leadership with head coach Kevin Stefanski and GM Ian Cunningham, with Pitts viewed as a key piece in a TE-friendly offense.
  • Tagging Pitts removes a top tight end from free agency ahead of the March 3 tagging deadline, and if no deal is reached, he could play on the tag or be traded.