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NegativeRoleSep 15, 2026
Kyle Pitts' situation is concerning with Cooper Rush at quarterback, limiting his fantasy appeal.NegativeValueSep 15, 2026
Trade value of 11.2, down -1.5 from prior week; ranked 11th among TEs in the Week 2 trade value chart with TEP value of 13.6.NegativeRoleSep 15, 2026
Atlanta TE posted a goose egg in Week 1 with Cooper Rush under center, a significant downgrade from his prior quarterback situation. Moorman acknowledges Pitts' frustration as an asset but notes his prior 90% route rate and TE4 finish in PPR points per game demonstrate his role's value. Moorman is not moving Pitts down in dynasty ranks based on one performance and still values him slightly ahead of an early 2027 second-round pick in TE-Premium scoring formats, expecting better days ahead with improved quarterback play.NegativeRoleSep 15, 2026
Drew only one target and failed to record a catch in Week 1; in fairness, the Falcons were reduced to starting third-string quarterback Cooper Rush; the impending return of Michael Penix Jr. could reinvigorate Pitts. Don't spite-drop the oft-maligned tight end.PositiveProjectionSep 14, 2026
Kyle Pitts drew only one target and failed to record a catch in Week 1. In fairness, the Falcons were reduced to starting third-string quarterback Cooper Rush. The impending return of Michael Penix Jr. could reinvigorate Pitts. Don't spite-drop the oft-maligned tight end.PositiveProjectionSep 13, 2026
Ranked 6th among tight ends in Week 1 expert consensus rankings with best rank of 4 and average rank of 7, indicating expert consensus for starting in Week 1.NegativeBustSep 10, 2026
Kyle Pitts opens Week 1 against a Steelers defense that allowed the fourth-most schedule-adjusted fantasy points to tight ends, yet the source considers him risky to start. The Falcons' quarterback situation is uncertain: Tua Tagovailoa is taking starter reps while Michael Penix Jr. recovers from his third career ACL injury, but Penix is the preference long-term. Tagovailoa was dreadful in preseason games and joint practices, leaving very little faith in his ability to sustain production. Everything about Pitts screams risky.NegativeProjectionSep 10, 2026
Kyle Pitts finished last season as TE2 in total fantasy points, but this ranking was inflated by injuries to other top tight ends—Brock Bowers, Tucker Kraft, and Sam LaPorta all missed significant time. Pitts' actual production is concerning: in 12 games with Drake London, he averaged 9.63 fantasy points, 4.42 receptions, and 0.17 touchdowns per game; in five games without London, he averaged 19.04 points, 7.0 receptions, and 0.6 touchdowns, though these numbers are massively inflated by an 11-catch, 166-yard, three-touchdown game against Tampa Bay.PositiveMatchupSep 10, 2026
Kyle Pitts was a solid mid-TE1 draft pick with significant upside in Week 1 against Pittsburgh. During preseason, Tua Tagovailoa connected primarily with Pitts despite struggling overall in warm-up games. The Steelers will have three new starters in their secondary compared to last season's Week 1 lineup and could have four if Joey Porter Jr. doesn't play due to a back injury. Pittsburgh is also without DeShon Elliott on injured reserve. The Steelers were one of the most fantasy-friendly teams to tight ends in 2025, surrendering 16.7 PPR fantasy points per game (third-most in NFL).NegativeMatchupSep 9, 2026
Despite finishing as TE2 in total fantasy points last season and facing a Steelers defense that allowed the fourth-most schedule-adjusted fantasy points to tight ends, Pitts is a risky Week 1 start. Uncertainty surrounds the Falcons' quarterback situation with Tua Tagovailoa starting but Michael Penix Jr. preferred long-term; Tagovailoa was dreadful in preseason. More critically, Pitts' production is heavily dependent on Drake London's absence: with London playing, Pitts averaged 9.63 fantasy points, 4.42 receptions and 0.17 touchdowns per game; without London, he averaged 19.04 points, 7.0 receptions and 0.6 touchdowns (inflated by an 11-catch, 166-yard, 3-TD game vs. Tampa Bay). Last season's TE2 finish was aided by injuries to Brock Bowers, Tucker Kraft and Sam LaPorta.NegativeProjectionSep 9, 2026
Ranked 5th among tight ends with moderate consensus variance (best rank 5, worst rank 7, average 6, standard deviation 1), indicating some expert disagreement on his tier placement.NegativeValueSep 8, 2026
Pitts holds a trade value of 12.7 with a TEP value of 15.2, placing him in the mid-tier range of tight end trade assets in Week 1 markets.NegativeValueSep 7, 2026
Kyle Pitts Sr. is ranked TE8 in 2026 draft rankings with an ADP of 120 but shows a -10 ADP differential, indicating he is being drafted earlier than consensus rank suggests.PositiveValueSep 6, 2026
The source identifies Pitts as a must-draft player for 2026, regardless of who starts at quarterback for the Falcons, projecting a return to his 2025 form rather than his 2023–2024 performance. The source emphasizes Pitts' efficiency metrics and Stefanski's track record of producing fantasy-relevant tight ends throughout his career.PositiveProjectionSep 6, 2026
The source projects Pitts could see an encore or better performance in 2026 under new head coach Kevin Stefanski, whose offenses ranked in the top six in total targets to tight ends in each of the past six seasons with the Cleveland Browns. Pitts is coming off a career year in 2025 as the overall TE2 with personal-best numbers in catches (88) and touchdowns (five). The source states 'If we marry the expected bump in targets with Pitts' efficiency from 2025, the sky is the limit.' Among all tight ends in 2025, Pitts finished third in expected points added (+55.9), fifth in first downs per route run (0.101), and ninth in yards per route run (1.80).PositiveBreakoutSep 6, 2026
After years of waiting for Kyle Pitts to break out, the former Florida Gator finally delivered in 2025 with 88 receptions for 928 yards and five touchdowns, finishing as the TE8 in fantasy points per game, ahead of Tyler Warren, Colston Loveland and Jake Ferguson. The source was surprised to see him fall to 12.03 in the mock draft.NegativeUsageSep 6, 2026
Kyle Pitts had a 22.7% target share last season, but context matters: Drake London played just 12 games. When London was on the field, Pitts' target share dropped to 18.9%, ranking third behind London (32.1%) and Bijan Robinson (21.2%). In those situations, Pitts caught 47 passes for 462 yards and two touchdowns, suggesting his overall target share will likely decline in 2026 as London returns to full health.NegativeValueSep 5, 2026
Kyle Pitts is positioned as a midrange tight end option in 2026. The source notes that tight end has become a buyer's market with appealing options available throughout the draft, and Pitts represents a middle-tier target between elite options and late-round fliers.PositiveRoleSep 5, 2026
Pitts could be Atlanta's No. 2 target-earner this season given the Falcons lack firepower at wide receiver beyond Drake London. He posted a strong 2025 performance with 88 catches for 928 yards and five touchdowns, finishing as the TE2 in half-PPR scoring—his best season since his 1,026-yard rookie campaign in 2021. Historical precedent suggests upside: Mike Gesicki and Jonnu Smith had the best fantasy seasons of their careers with Tua Tagovailoa as their primary quarterback, and Tagovailoa is part of the Falcons' QB duo alongside Michael Penix Jr. If you miss out on Bowers and Loveland, grab Pitts before the sharp drop-off at the tight end position beyond the top eight.NegativeValueSep 5, 2026
Kyle Pitts Sr. ranked TE8 by FantasyPros' consensus of most accurate experts; ADP consensus 70, with expert rankings ranging 70–103 and consensus projection 83 points.NegativeProjectionSep 4, 2026
Ranked TE8 in superflex draft rankings with ADP of 81 and consensus rank of 120.NegativeValueSep 3, 2026
Kyle Pitts Sr. is ranked TE8 with an ADP of 83, showing no recent movement (0) in trend data.NegativeValueSep 1, 2026
Experts rank Pitts 10 spots ahead of his ADP (ECR 83 vs. ADP 93), indicating they are willing to reach for the Falcons tight end earlier than the market average; however, the source provides no specific analysis of his role, situation, or why experts favor him.NegativeRoleAug 31, 2026
Kyle Pitts had a 22.7% target share last season, but the situation will be different in 2026. Pitts led the team in target share because Drake London played just 12 games. When London was on the field, Pitts' target share was 18.9%, ranking third behind London (32.1%) and Bijan Robinson (21.2%). In those situations, Pitts caught 47 passes for 462 yards and two touchdowns.NegativeValueAug 31, 2026
Kyle Pitts Sr. is ranked TE8 with an ADP of 85 and a -11 variance, indicating the market is pricing him higher than his projected ranking; this negative variance suggests he is overvalued relative to his tier.PositiveValueAug 30, 2026
JJ Zachariason likes Pitts as a midrange TE1 option, representing a flexible approach to the tight end position that doesn't require early-round capital. Zachariason is willing to spend down at tight end and still find productive options like Pitts.PositiveValueAug 30, 2026
Kyle Pitts is being drafted in the seventh round and is positioned as a mid-round tight end value. Despite being maligned, Pitts had 88 catches for 928 yards and five touchdowns last season to finish TE2 in half-point PPR scoring. With Kevin Stefanski as the Falcons' new head coach, tight ends in Stefanski's Cleveland offenses averaged 164.3 targets over the last three seasons, suggesting increased opportunity.NegativeRoleAug 30, 2026
Pitts ranks second among tight ends in receptions, behind only Trey McBride and ahead of Dalton Schultz and Jake Ferguson.NegativeBustAug 29, 2026
Listed as a tight end bust in the source's draft cheat sheet, indicating the source views him as a disappointing value or overvalued pick.NegativeBustAug 29, 2026
Listed as a bust candidate in the source's tight end busts section of the draft cheat sheet.PositiveValueAug 28, 2026
Despite the QB duo of Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa appearing unappetizing on the surface, the source notes that Mike Gesicki and Jonnu Smith had the best fantasy seasons of their careers with Tua as their primary QB, suggesting Pitts could benefit from Tagovailoa's presence in the Falcons' offense.PositiveProjectionAug 28, 2026
Pitts finished TE2 in half-point PPR scoring in 2025 with 88 catches for 928 yards and five touchdowns, his best season since his 1,026-yard rookie campaign in 2021. He erupted for 11 catches, 166 yards and three scores in Week 15 vs. the Buccaneers. The Falcons lack firepower at wide receiver beyond Drake London, positioning Pitts as Atlanta's No. 2 target earner in 2026.NegativeProjectionAug 28, 2026
Ranked TE8 in superflex fantasy football draft rankings for 2026.PositiveBustAug 27, 2026
Pitts posted a 22.7% target share last season, but context matters: Drake London played only 12 games, inflating Pitts' share. When London was healthy, Pitts' target share dropped to 18.9%, ranking third behind London (32.1%) and Bijan Robinson (21.2%); in those games Pitts caught 47 passes for 462 yards and two touchdowns. Further, the Falcons will likely start Tua Tagovailoa early in the season, and Richard Janvrin does not trust him as a quarterback, creating additional downside.NegativeProjectionAug 27, 2026
Kyle Pitts Sr. is ranked TE8 in the source's draft rankings with an ADP of 114 and a tier assignment of 5.NegativeProjectionAug 25, 2026
Pitts is identified as part of the top tier of tight ends in 2026 fantasy football. In 2025, Pitts finished 2nd in targets among tight ends and tied for 3rd in receptions (82) with Trey McBride and Dalton Schultz.NegativeProjectionAug 25, 2026
Kyle Pitts is ranked TE8 in superflex fantasy football draft rankings with a tier placement of 6.NegativeValueAug 24, 2026
Kyle Pitts Sr. is ranked TE8 with an ADP of 82 and shows a -6 movement indicator, indicating downward ADP pressure; ranked 59th overall with 110 projected touches and 83.7 projected fantasy points.PositiveProjectionAug 22, 2026
The source identifies Kyle Pitts as a middle-round TE option being drafted in the seventh round, noting he had 88 catches for 928 yards and five touchdowns last season to finish TE2 in half-point PPR fantasy scoring; the source highlights that Kevin Stefanski is the Falcons' new head coach and tight ends in Stefanski's Cleveland offenses averaged 164.3 targets over the last three seasons.NegativeProjectionAug 22, 2026
Ranked TE8 in FantasyPros' most accurate expert consensus rankings with an ADP of 66 and average draft position of 104.NegativeUsageAug 21, 2026
Pitts totaled 118 targets last season, clearing the elite threshold with a strong weekly role. However, the source notes he has seen better days, but his target volume remains strong enough to keep him relevant in mid-tier tight end discussions.NegativeValueAug 21, 2026
Kyle Pitts Sr. (ATL TE8) shows a -1 ADP shift but a -8 value differential, indicating the market is overvaluing the Falcons tight end relative to his ranking.NegativeValueAug 20, 2026
Ranked TE8 overall with an ADP of 83 in the 5th round tier; projects 108 points with 9.5 points per game, down 8 spots from prior ADP.PositiveValueAug 17, 2026
Wolf Trelles-Heard prefers Kyle Pitts over Harold Fannin Jr. at their respective ADP prices, expecting Pitts to score more fantasy points than Fannin in 2026.PositiveProjectionAug 16, 2026
Pitts' projection rank (TE5) exceeds his ECR (TE8) by 3 spots with 156.0 projected FPTS. After entering 2025 with a reputation as a perennial fantasy tease, he posted 88 catches for 928 yards and 5 TDs for a TE2 finish. He scored 3 of 5 TDs and had his only 100-yard game in Week 15 with 11 catches, 166 yards, and 3 scores versus Tampa Bay—his best season since his 1,026-yard rookie campaign in 2021. The Falcons lack firepower at WR beyond Drake London, positioning Pitts as Atlanta's No. 2 target earner. While the QB duo of Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa seems unappetizing, Mike Gesicki and Jonnu Smith had career-best fantasy seasons with Tua as their primary QB.PositiveValueAug 15, 2026
The source identifies Kyle Pitts as a midrange TE1 worthy of consideration in 2026 drafts, positioning him as a value option between elite tight ends and late-round depth plays.NegativeProjectionAug 15, 2026
Ranked TE8 in expert consensus draft rankings with an average ADP of 73 and consensus rank of 83; projects 5.5 points per game with a -10 spot variance from consensus.PositiveBreakoutAug 14, 2026
Pitts finally broke out in 2025 and enters 2026 with a lot of hype; the primary question surrounding him is the quarterback situation in Atlanta. Selected in round 12.PositiveProjectionAug 12, 2026
Kyle Pitts had a 23.1% green zone target share and finished as the TE2, averaging 12.4 PPR fantasy points per game. He saw an uptick in targets per game with Drake London out of the lineup (8.8 vs. 6.2); his 6.2 targets per game average over a 17-game pace would have made him the seventh-highest targeted tight end (105) in 2025. Expect Kevin Stefanski to get Pitts closer to that 8.8 average this season.PositiveSleeperAug 12, 2026
Kyle Pitts was recommended as a sleeper TE by 4 of the top 10 experts (Muntradamus, Chris Welsh, Bart Wheeler, and Aaron St Denis), validating his sleeper status as a TE outside the top 15.NegativeProjectionAug 11, 2026
Pitts at this draft position seems late, but concerns about quarterback play in Atlanta are giving his stock a hit. That is a legitimate concern, but Tua Tagovailoa was able to get Mike Gesicki and Jonnu Smith career seasons. It might work to Pitts' advantage to have someone like Tagovailoa who can't push the ball down the field. A repeat of 2025 would probably be the ceiling, although there isn't much in the way of competition for targets, as low value as they might be.PositiveValueAug 9, 2026
Pitts is a midrange TE1 option Wrs Romeo Doubs likes in 2026 drafts, offering value as an alternative to premium tight ends like Brock Bowers and Colston Loveland.PositiveValueAug 9, 2026
Listed as a compelling midrange TE option in 2026 drafts; the source positions Pitts as an appealing draft target at a moderate price point, part of a buyer's market with multiple TE options at various price points.PositiveValueAug 8, 2026
Kyle Pitts is identified as a tight end who can be had well after the position's top tier, representing a middle-round value option.NegativeProjectionAug 8, 2026
Ranked TE8 in expert consensus draft rankings with ADP of 68 and consensus rank of 95; consensus projection of 83.3 fantasy points with 6.7-point standard deviation and -10 movement from prior consensus, indicating recent downward revision.NegativeProjectionAug 7, 2026
Kyle Pitts Sr. projects to 155.9 half-PPR points in 2026, one of only three tight ends projected to clear 150 half-PPR points. The source notes that in leagues not requiring a starting tight end, Pitts' scoring should be viewed through the lens of how it compares to wide receivers rather than positional scarcity, and there's no reason to overvalue him in such formats.NegativeProjectionAug 7, 2026
Ranked TE8 in superflex format with ADP 86 and consensus rank 123; projected 102 fantasy points with 8.8-point standard deviation.NegativeValueAug 6, 2026
Kyle Pitts led the Falcons in target share last season at 22.7%. Despite the Falcons' quarterback situation being uncertain with a nicked-up Tua Tagovailoa and injured Michael Penix Jr., the source views him as worth the risk in the 10th round.NegativeProjectionAug 6, 2026
Ranked TE8 in FantasyPros draft rankings with 65 projected touches, 106 projected yards, 83.4% efficiency, and 9.5 projected points; ranked 84th overall with -13 ADP variance indicating significant market overvaluation.PositiveValueAug 5, 2026
Pitts is TE7 and 70th overall in ADP but ranked TE4 and 52nd overall by Aaron St Denis, making him the only top-10 tight end offering true value at current price. St Denis's case is against paying up for tight ends above Pitts in ADP; he plans to punt the position in most leagues in favor of late dart throws or Pitts, viewing him as a discount tight end option to load up on receivers and workhorse backs instead.PositiveValueAug 5, 2026
Aaron St Denis reveals he is the Kyle Pitts guy after comparing his own rankings to ADP, finding that Pitts is the only top-10 tight end that is actually a value compared to where he has them ranked. Pitts is currently TE7 and 70th overall in ADP, while St Denis has him ranked TE4 and 52nd overall. While Pitts certainly isn't a player St Denis is clamoring for, he may be the only top-10 tight end he will realistically draft. St Denis' case isn't for Pitts; it's against paying up for the tight ends above him in ADP. He recommends taking the discount tight end in Pitts and loading up on receivers and workhorse backs instead of a fancier name at the position.NegativeProjectionAug 4, 2026
Pitts' projections (TE5, 155.9 FPTS) exceed his ECR (TE8) by three spots. Last year he finished TE5 in fantasy points per game but had a tale of two seasons depending on Drake London's availability. Without London, Pitts posted elite numbers: 26.7% target share, 84.4 receiving yards per game, 2.81 yards per route run, 27.8% first-read share, 0.120 first downs per route run, and 19 fantasy points per game. With London active, he dropped to 19% target share, 42.2 receiving yards per game, 1.43 yards per route run, 20.2% first-read share, 0.093 first downs per route run, and 9.6 fantasy points per game. With Kevin Stefanski in town and a passing attack centered on London and Pitts alongside Bijan Robinson, his 2026 projection falls between these extremes. He's a strong TE1 with top-five upside if Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. provide league-average quarterback play.PositiveValueAug 4, 2026
Classified as a midrange TE1 that the source likes; represents a value option at tight end that allows flexibility in draft approach without sacrificing production.NegativeProjectionAug 4, 2026
Kyle Pitts Sr. ranked TE8 in superflex draft rankings with ADP 86 and consensus rank 123.PositiveProjectionAug 3, 2026
Pitts finished last year as TE2, averaging 12.4 PPR fantasy points per game and ranking second among tight ends in targets with 118. He saw an uptick in targets per game with Drake London out of the lineup (8.8 vs. 6.2). His 6.2 targets per game average over a 17-game pace would have made him the seventh-highest targeted tight end (105) in 2025. With Kevin Stefanski now as Atlanta's head coach, expect Pitts to get closer to that 8.8 average this year, as Stefanski's offense has consistently favored the tight end position.NegativeProjectionAug 3, 2026
Pitts posted a career-high 88 receptions with a 7.4-yard aDOT in Zac Robinson's offense, providing a comparable baseline for Chris Godwin's expected target volume and route design in Tampa Bay's 2026 offense.NegativeValueAug 3, 2026
Ranked TE8 with 106 projected yards and 8.7 PPG; ADP movement of -13 indicates significant declining draft market interest and potential overvaluation.PositiveProjectionAug 1, 2026
Kyle Pitts could very well be Atlanta's No. 2 target-earner this season; the Falcons don't have a lot of firepower at wide receiver beyond Drake London. Pitts tried to dispel his reputation of being a perennial fantasy tease with a strong 2025 performance, finishing as the TE2 in half-PPR fantasy scoring with 88 catches for 928 yards and five touchdowns. It was Pitts' best season since his 1,026-yard rookie campaign in 2021. The Falcons' quarterback duo of Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. doesn't seem appealing, but it's worth remembering that Mike Gesicki and Jonnu Smith had the best fantasy seasons of their careers with Tagovailoa as their primary quarterback. If you miss out on Bowers and Loveland, grab Pitts before the sharp drop-off at the tight end position beyond the top eight.NegativeValueAug 1, 2026
Ranked TE8 in FantasyPros consensus with ADP of 66 and consensus rank of 81.1; shows 6.7-point variance and -11 point differential, indicating negative market sentiment with drafters selecting him well below expert consensus.NegativeValueAug 1, 2026
Ranked TE8 in FantasyPros consensus rankings; ADP 66 with range 66-86, consensus rank 81.1, average difference -11 suggesting market overvaluation relative to expert consensus.NegativeProjectionJul 31, 2026
Ranked TE7 in superflex draft rankings with an ADP of 86 and a projected value of 117.NegativeValueJul 30, 2026
Kyle Pitts Sr. ranked TE7 in FantasyPros draft rankings with an ADP of 63 and 106 total points projected; his ADP is 11 points above consensus, suggesting potential overvaluation.NegativeProjectionJul 28, 2026
Ranked TE7 in 2026 superflex fantasy football draft rankings with an ADP of 86 and a tier placement of 7.PositiveValueJul 27, 2026
Listed as a middle-round value pick (Rounds 5-8) in the 2026 draft cheat sheet, indicating strong undervalued fantasy potential in the mid-rounds.NegativeProjectionJul 27, 2026
Ranked TE7 in 2026 draft rankings with 63 ADP, 110 projected yards, and 9.2 projected touchdowns; ranked 12 spots lower than previous ranking.NegativeValueJul 25, 2026
Kyle Pitts marks the other the source's TE1 tier cutoff; that the source's comfort zone is built around target competition within each offense, suggesting a more analytical approach to tight end evaluation.NegativeProjectionJul 25, 2026
Kyle Pitts Sr. ranked TE8 in FantasyPros' most accurate expert consensus with an average draft position of 66 and consensus rank of 94, positioning him as a mid-tier tight end option.PositiveProjectionJul 24, 2026
One the source draws her TE1 cutoff at Kyle Pitts at TE7 or TE8, reasoning that every tight end above her cutoff is one of the top two receiving options in their own offense. She's confident in Pitts specifically because the new offensive coordinator has historically targeted tight ends at close to a 30% clip, projecting a real shot at 100 targets.NegativeProjectionJul 24, 2026
Ranked TE7 in superflex format with ADP 86 and consensus rank 120; consensus average draft position spread of 100.6 with 8.1 standard deviation suggests tight agreement on valuation.PositiveProjectionJul 21, 2026
Pitts entered 2025 with a reputation as a perennial fantasy tease but rehabilitated his image with 88 catches for 928 yards and five touchdowns, finishing TE2 in half-point PPR scoring. His best performance came in Week 15 against the Buccaneers with 11 catches, 166 yards and three touchdowns—his best season since his 1,026-yard rookie campaign in 2021. The Falcons don't have significant wide receiver firepower beyond Drake London, positioning Pitts as Atlanta's No. 2 target earner. While the QB duo of Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa doesn't seem appealing on the surface, Mike Gesicki and Jonnu Smith had the best fantasy seasons of their careers with Tua as their primary QB, suggesting Pitts could thrive in that system.