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Fantasy Football Today fantasy football takes on Kyle Pitts
Every source-backed podcast insight STACKED has extracted from Fantasy Football Today about Kyle Pitts.
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All Fantasy Football Today insights about Kyle Pitts
PositiveValueSep 3, 2026
The source targets Kyle Pitts early, ranking him back-to-back with Sam LaPorta and willing to draft him immediately if LaPorta is off the board.NegativeValueSep 3, 2026
Kyle Pitts is included in the third tier of tight ends. While some analysts are skeptical of his situation, he remains a must-start option for those who miss out on the top-tier tight ends.PositiveValueSep 3, 2026
The source prefers Kyle Pitts over George Kittle as a draft target.PositiveValueSep 2, 2026
Despite some skepticism from others, the source maintains Pitts as a top-ten tight end, noting his top-five finish last year and his superior outlook compared to Harold Fannin.NegativeValueSep 2, 2026
Kyle Pitts is mentioned as an alternative tight end option for managers who prefer him over other targets in a hero RB build.PositiveBreakoutSep 2, 2026
The source suggests that if Tua Tagovailoa starts 17 games, Kyle Pitts could finally have the breakout season fantasy managers have been waiting for, as the offense favors tight ends.NegativeBustAug 28, 2026
Dave Richard ranks Kyle Pitts as his TE9, disagreeing with his TE7 market price. He is concerned that Michael Penix, unlike Tua Tagovailoa, is a downfield thrower who won't prioritize the short targets that Pitts needs to return value, especially given his 9.6 PPR points per game average when playing with Penix last season.PositiveProjectionAug 27, 2026
Kyle Pitts has received a significant boost in the source's projections due to the tight end-friendly coaching system. The source references the Stefanski-Petzing system (now in place with the Falcons) as one that heavily utilizes tight ends, particularly in dump-off routes when the quarterback doesn't have time. In the Falcons' first preseason game, the tight end was consistently used in the flat running underneath right behind the blitz, receiving dump-off passes. This coaching tree's specific tendency to target tight ends in these situations suggests Pitts will see increased target volume compared to previous years.PositiveProjectionAug 22, 2026
Kyle Pitts is projected to be a top-five tight end in total catches if he plays 17 games, though the source notes he may struggle to score a high volume of touchdowns.PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026
Kyle Pitts is highlighted as a tight end to target in tight end premium leagues because he is projected to be a top-five player in receptions at the position, even if his touchdown total is lower.PositiveValueAug 21, 2026
Kyle Pitts is a value pick when available late in drafts; he is ranked around TE5, making him a strong selection in the late rounds of a superflex mock draft.NegativeBustAug 18, 2026
Pitts is increasingly viewed as a bust candidate due to a lack of confidence in his role and the Cleveland quarterback situation, with his ADP settling in the mid-70s.PositiveProjectionAug 17, 2026
Heath moved Kyle Pitts ahead of Isaiah Likely in full PPR rankings, citing Pitts' usage on slip screens when Tua is pressured, which provides easy reception opportunities.NegativeBustAug 14, 2026
The source questions the selection of Kyle Pitts because the manager already had Trey McBride on their roster.NegativeValueAug 13, 2026
Heath Cummings defends Kyle Pitts against 'bust' labels, arguing he is not being drafted as a top-five tight end. He notes that Pitts is moving well following his PCL injury and expects him to finish as a top-six tight end, especially given Kevin Stefanski's history of utilizing tight ends in the passing game.PositiveBreakoutAug 12, 2026
Heath Cummings projects Kyle Pitts as a top-five tight end with TE1 upside, citing a concentrated target share in Atlanta and a lower ADOT that should boost volume under Kevin Stefanski.NegativeValueAug 8, 2026
Dave Richard warns that Kyle Pitts will likely disappoint for the sixth consecutive year, noting his fantasy production is heavily dependent on Drake London being off the field; Richard considers it a mistake to draft Pitts ahead of Sam LaPorta or Tucker Craft.NegativeValueAug 8, 2026
While acknowledging that a 17th-round keeper value for Kyle Pitts is excellent, the source ultimately prefers keeping Javonte Williams over him.PositiveProjectionJul 23, 2026
In five games last season without Drake London, Pitts averaged 19 PPR points per game; the source argues he will thrive in Todd Monken's offense (the same scheme that produced Harold Fannin's strong 2024 season) and projects him as a top-two target option in that system, making him a value pick to wait on until the double.PositiveSleeperJul 22, 2026
Dave Richard identifies Kyle Pitts as part of a strong value tier of tight ends (alongside Colston Loveland, Tyler Warren, Isaiah Likely) that should be of significant interest as alternatives to the expensive 2-3 turn tight end picks; this tier offers better value if you don't believe in McBride and Bowers hitting 16 PPR points per game.NegativeProjectionJul 16, 2026
Pitts is projected for 6 touchdowns but the Falcons have been 24th or worse in touchdown passes in four of his five seasons, suggesting his projection may be optimistic.PositiveRoleJul 14, 2026
Kyle Pitts' target share could be negatively impacted if rookie Zachariah Branch becomes the second or third target option for the Falcons, as projected by the team's beat writer.PositiveRoleJun 25, 2026
Kyle Pitts had a great season and gets a huge coaching upgrade, positioning him as an attractive tight end option.PositiveProjectionJun 25, 2026
Pitts is part of a strong secondary tier of tight ends with good opportunities alongside Loveland, Warren, Laporta, Kraft, and Fannin.NegativeProjectionJun 24, 2026
In 12 games with Drake London on the field last year, Pitts averaged only 9.6 PPR points per game, and the analyst wants to see double-digit averages or 11-12+ for elite production.PositiveValueJun 24, 2026
Kyle Pitts is going around 95th overall, and even if he averages 9 points per game, that would justify the pick, though the analyst prefers to draft him closer to tight end 7 or 8.PositiveProjectionJun 24, 2026
Kyle Pitts has been fifth or higher in projections all offseason and should push to be a top-five tight end, with the Stefanski addition making it easier to trust the projections.PositiveRoleJun 24, 2026
The addition of Kevin Stefanski as offensive coordinator should be great for Kyle Pitts, and the lack of proven targets aside from Drake London should increase his opportunities.PositiveValueJun 24, 2026
Kyle Pitts is going around 95th overall in drafts; even if he averages 9 PPR points per game, reaching 10.5 PPR points would justify his ADP, making him a reasonable value pick despite not being a top-5 TE target.NegativeRoleJun 24, 2026
Kyle Pitts averaged only 9.6 PPR points per game in 12 games with Drake London on the field last year, and many of his best performances came when London was out, raising questions about his production with London healthy.PositiveProjectionJun 24, 2026
Kyle Pitts has been projected as a top-5 tight end all offseason and the Stefanski hire makes it easier to trust those projections, though analyst prefers drafting him closer to TE7-8 rather than top-5.PositiveRoleJun 24, 2026
Kyle Pitts signed a 3-year, $54 million extension with $36 million guaranteed, signaling the Falcons' long-term commitment and suggesting he should benefit from Kevin Stefanski's offensive system.PositiveProjectionJun 23, 2026
Kyle Pitts is expected to have a very solid season as the Falcons' tight end under new coach Kyle Pitts.PositiveValueJun 8, 2026
Kyle Pitts is currently being drafted at 95th overall, which is considered a bargain for a player with his potential.PositiveProjectionJun 8, 2026
Kyle Pitts is projected to receive over 100 targets in the upcoming season, making him a potential top five tight end.PositiveBreakoutMay 19, 2026
Kyle Pitts could be a top five tight end this season, benefiting from a better offensive play caller than he had previously.PositiveRoleMay 15, 2026
Kyle Pitts' performance will be scrutinized, especially in the absence of Drake London, as he has struggled to produce without him on the field.PositiveValueNo date
Pitts is in the source's top 10 tight ends despite disagreeing with his ADP. The source notes both Pitts and Likely are in better situations now than they were last year, and Pitts remains a number-one tight end option.NegativeRoleNo date
Used as a comparison point for Jake Ferguson's production splits. The source notes that Ferguson's target and touchdown distribution with and without CeeDee Lamb mirrors the Pitts–Drake London split pattern in the Falcons offense, illustrating how Ferguson's role expands when Lamb is unavailable.PositiveRoleNo date
Expected to command 22% target share in Stefanski's offense, up from previous seasons; the source frames this as a meaningful increase tied to the coaching change and Stefanski's tendency to target tight ends instead of running backs.PositiveProjectionNo date
Projected for 93 catches, 1,045 yards, and six touchdowns under Stefanski; the source notes six touchdowns would represent a career year for Pitts, reflecting optimism about the coaching change's impact on his target volume and efficiency.PositiveBustNo date
The source expresses skepticism that Kevin Stefanski can elevate Pitts to top-five tight end status, citing five years of underperformance despite recent buzz. While Pitts posted a 1,000-yard rookie season (9.3 yards per target) and had five strong games including one monster performance against Tampa, the source bets against a Kelce-like transformation given Pitts' injury history (PCL injury in 2022, which "basically destroyed Brock Bowers last year") and the quarterback situation in Atlanta. The source notes Pitts is currently TE6 at ADP ~70, not a top-five pick, and argues that despite Stefanski's track record of targeting tight ends heavily (166-169 targets per season in Cleveland), the Falcons' investment in Pitts' contract does not guarantee increased tight end volume given Drake London and other receivers competing for targets.NegativeBustNo date
Dave identifies Kyle Pitts as a bust; Pitts has been in the league five years and has not met expectations once, except last year in five games without Drake London when he was a monster (8.8 targets per game, 19 PPR points per game). However, in 12 games with Drake London, he averaged only 9.6 PPR points per game on 6.2 targets per game—almost as many targets as Bijan Robinson had last year. Dave is betting against Pitts despite Kevin Stefanski's reputation as a tight end wizard, citing Pitts' consistent underperformance. Additionally, the quarterbacks in Atlanta aren't great throwers, and Dave prefers Drake London for the easy targets.NegativeValueNo date
Pitts is positioned in the tier of tight ends (alongside Kraft and Fannin) where the source considers pulling the trigger in the mid-rounds as the drop-off from the top three becomes apparent; part of a group of 10-11 tight ends that could comprise the top tier depending on injury returns.PositiveRoleNo date
With a new play caller and a shift to more 12 personnel, Kyle Pitts' route participation is expected to increase significantly, making him a viable fantasy option.PositiveProjectionNo date
Kyle Pitts averaged 19 points per game without Drake London but only 9.6 points per game with him, raising concerns about his viability as a fantasy tight end.