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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026
The quarterback situation in Atlanta is a mess, and the offense will continue to funnel through Bijan Robinson and Drake London, making it hard to start Pitts in Week 2 regardless of who's under center in a divisional tilt against the Panthers. The source recommends starting alternatives like Juwan Johnson, Dalton Kincaid, or Mark Andrews over Pitts.PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026
Pitts failed to score a single fantasy point in Week 1 with a 6% target share despite being on the field for more than 80% of pass plays, making him a complete afterthought in the Falcons offense.NegativeMatchupSep 15, 2026
Pitts was held to zero catches on one target by the Steelers in Week 1; however, the source cautions against overemphasizing this result, noting that Cooper Rush was the Falcons quarterback at the time. The Steelers defense remains very good, but this single game should not be used as a strong indicator of future matchup difficulty.NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026
It is harder to get excited about Kyle Pitts if Atlanta's offense has trouble sustaining drives due to QB and right tackle concerns. Zain Dhanani's enthusiasm for Pitts is dampened by the Falcons' offensive line and QB situation.NegativeProjectionSep 11, 2026
Kyle Pitts is projected for 7.1 PPG in Week 1 against Pittsburgh, with a utilization baseline of 9.8 PPG; the source provides matchup context but does not offer explicit upside or downside commentary on his performance outlook.NegativeProjectionSep 9, 2026
Pitts is ranked No. 6 in Freedman's Week 1 TE rankings.NegativeBustSep 8, 2026
Jake Trowbridge identifies Pitts as a dynasty sell-high, arguing he doesn't deserve elite tight end valuation. Trowbridge notes that Pitts' standout three-week stretch (10 targets, 113 yards per game average) coincided with Drake London's injury absence, making it an artificial peak. Pitts scored 20% of his season's fantasy points in a single game after getting bumped to the top of the receiving depth chart by default. Trowbridge values him well below Tucker Kraft and would rather trade Pitts for Isaiah Likely or Brenton Strange plus draft capital or depth pieces.NegativeBustSep 3, 2026
Matthew Berry is nervous about Kyle Pitts, noting that the massive game in Week 15 really skews his numbers, and a lot of his production came with Drake London out of the lineup.NegativeRoleSep 3, 2026
Kyle Pitts' fantasy value is impacted by the ongoing uncertainty in the Falcons' quarterback situation, with no official decision yet made between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix. The source notes that this uncertainty is frustrating for fantasy managers investing in Pitts.NegativeRoleSep 2, 2026
The source projects Kyle Pitts as the starting tight end in his 2026 lineup.NegativeDepth ChartAug 21, 2026
Atlanta Falcons tight end ranked 91st overall in 2026 fantasy football; has bye week 11.NegativeProjectionAug 21, 2026
Kyle Pitts is ranked 91st in the top-100 player rankings with a bye week in week 11.PositiveDepth ChartAug 21, 2026
Kyle Pitts is ranked above Sam LaPorta in tight end rankings following LaPorta's hip injury news.PositiveValueAug 20, 2026
Given LaPorta's hip injury and uncertain status, the source recommends considering Kyle Pitts as a TE alternative to draft ahead of LaPorta.PositiveValueAug 15, 2026
Despite Pitts being available a round later than Sam LaPorta (TE8 vs TE7 consensus ranking, with LaPorta going in the beginning of the sixth round in 12-team leagues while Pitts typically goes around the start of the seventh), the source leans toward paying the premium for LaPorta. Pitts has too many question marks surrounding him for the source to buy in at that price point, even with the potential value advantage.NegativeBustAug 15, 2026
Pitts has been a source of frustration for fantasy managers after a historically great rookie year where he became the second rookie tight end to surpass the 1,000-yard mark, followed by three consecutive disappointing campaigns. While he broke out in 2025 with 88 receptions, 926 yards, and five TDs to finish as TE2 overall, much of his high-end production came in a one-month stretch from week 13 to week 16. With Kirk Cousins departing Atlanta and Tua Tagovailoa arriving in the offseason, Pitts' ability to build rapport is once again in question. Additionally, Drake London's absence until Week 16 last year due to a PCL sprain was a focal point of the passing attack, raising concerns about sustainability of his 2025 production.NegativeUsageAug 13, 2026
Last year, Kyle Pitts earned just four end-zone targets, which tied for 21st at the position, indicating limited red-zone opportunity and touchdown upside.NegativeProjectionAug 13, 2026
In Week 15 against Tampa Bay, Kyle Pitts scored 45.6 fantasy points in PPR scoring, which accounted for 21% of his total fantasy points for the entry year; if you remove that one game, Pitts would have finished as TE15, highlighting his inconsistency and reliance on outlier performances.NegativeValueAug 5, 2026
Kyle Pitts remained available as a free agent in the middle rounds of Team 2's draft; the source noted his availability as a reason to defer early tight end investment and wait for mid-round tight end options.PositiveValueAug 1, 2026
Pitts ranks 3rd among all tight ends in routes in 2025, a primary indicator of fantasy success at the position, and carries a 7th-round ADP, offering value for teams seeking a TE1 without early-round capital investment.PositiveValueAug 1, 2026
Pitts ranks 3rd among all tight ends in routes in 2025, a primary indicator of fantasy success at the position, and carries a 7th-round ADP, offering value as a TE1 option without requiring an early pick.PositiveValueJul 31, 2026
The source includes Pitts in Tier 2, highlighting significant value discrepancy. Pitts has a $14 Fantasy Life suggested value but is priced at only $3.4 on Yahoo and $8 in NFFC auctions. The source notes this tier is expected to be targeted most in auction leagues, with the general public underappreciating the upside of these players, likely due to the depth at the position.NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026
Kyle Pitts was left on the board in Round 7 with the expectation he might be available in Round 8, but he was selected at 8.02—three picks before Amon-ra St. Brown's turn, creating a missed opportunity at the tight end position.NegativeProjectionJul 23, 2026
Matthew Berry believes Kyle Pitts will not reach the same production level he had last season, making him a less attractive option than other tight ends in the range despite being viewed as a safer choice by many.NegativeProjectionJul 23, 2026
Matthew Berry does not believe Kyle Pitts will reach the same production level he had last season, positioning him as a regression candidate despite being viewed by many as a safer option in the mid-tier tight end range.PositiveProjectionJul 23, 2026
Kyle Pitts finished as the second-highest scoring tight end from Week 6 through the end of the fantasy season, behind only Trey McBride, demonstrating strong late-season performance.PositiveSleeperNo date
Ranked 2nd in receiving yards with 928 yards but going as TE8 in ADP, representing a massive value sleeper pick for 2026 tight end drafts.PositiveBustNo date
Pitts' TE2 finish in 2025 may not be repeatable despite his three-year, $54 million contract. His production was heavily dependent on favorable circumstances that may not persist. From Weeks 1-12, he ranked as TE16 with Michael Penix at quarterback; production only improved when Kirk Cousins took over. Additionally, Pitts benefited from Drake London's injury: of six games where Pitts scored 10+ fantasy points, London was absent for four and eased back in one. The Falcons face significant uncertainty at quarterback (Penix vs. potential Tua Tagovailoa acquisition), and a healthy Drake London will likely reclaim primary target status. Bijan Robinson, who finished third in the league with 366 touches last year, will also compete for targets in the red zone.PositiveValueNo date
Pitts is projected for 93 targets with an ADP of 106.3, just below the 100-target threshold. The source notes he could be the TE8 just behind Fannin and still represent valuable tight end production as the No. 2 target on the Falcons.NegativeProjectionNo date
Primary downgrade subject; inconsistency concern despite strong recent stretch and QB uncertainty. From Weeks 12-15 last season, Pitts had 31 catches for 395 yards—the best four-game stretch of his career and the most yards by any Atlanta tight end over four games. However, there are quarterback questions entering 2026, and the true concern is what actual version of Pitts fantasy managers will get; Drake London's injury during the back half coincided with Pitts' big games, raising questions about whether he can sustain that production consistently.PositiveRoleNo date
Kyle Pitts signed a 3-year extension with the Atlanta Falcons, impacting his fantasy football value.PositiveProjectionNo date
Kyle Pitts is in the same tier as Harold Fannin, Sam LaPorta, and Tucker Kraft in Fantasy Life's 2026 tight end rankings.