Kyle Pitts, the former No. 4 pick in the 2021 NFL draft, has had a rocky career after a stellar rookie season. Injuries and quarterback changes have hindered his performance, culminating in a lackluster 2024 season with 47 catches and four touchdowns. Falcons GM Terry Fontenot acknowledges the pressure surrounding Pitts but remains optimistic about his potential, emphasizing their commitment to support him. As Pitts enters the last year of his rookie contract, his future remains uncertain amidst trade speculations, but there’s hope for improvement with a new quarterback.
"We know there's a really high expectation for him." Terry Fontenot on Kyle Pitts, said he wants to reinforce that the Falcons are going to continue "to pour into him and he's going to do the same with us."
Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot was asked about Pitts during his Tuesday press conference at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. Fontenot understands the frustration but said he wasn't willing to give up on Pitts yet.
Pitts caught a wide-open touchdown in Week 1 but had an overall quiet 2024 season, finishing with 47 catches, 602 receiving yards and four touchdowns. While those aren't bad numbers for a tight end, they aren't up to par for a former top-five pick.
After four NFL seasons, those around the league are unsure what to make of Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts. The former No. 4 overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft had one of the best rookie seasons ever by a rookie tight end but has failed to match that production over the last few years.
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