The Falcons rebuffed trade interest in Kyle Pitts, though his upcoming contract year could prompt renewed trade conversations. Pitts was described as "relatively available" this offseason, with a Day 2 pick cited as potential price. No extension is planned, and a franchise tag remains possible if Pitts posts a strong contract year. Salary allocation in any trade matters because Pitts carries a $10.88 million option salary, and the acquiring team's financial responsibility decreases the later he is dealt. Pitts would provide Michael Penix Jr. a significant weapon, and Atlanta may entertain offers before the November deadline if pursuing a one-contract outcome.
"The Falcons rebuffed trade interest, though with the former top-five pick set to begin a contract year, it is possible the franchise could revisit this topic. Pitts was mentioned as "relatively available" this offseason, with the price of a Day 2 pick floated. No Pitts extension is planned, but a franchise tag would not be out of the question if the tight end puts together a good contract year."
"How Pitts' salary would be divvied up in a trade would be a key component in negotiations, as he is tied to a $10.88MM option salary. The later in the season he is dealt, the less money an acquiring team would be responsible for. The Falcons having Pitts would give Michael Penix Jr. a fairly talented weapon, but if the team intends to make the 6-foot-6 pass catcher a one-contract player, it would make sense to listen to offers before the November deadline."
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