The Atlanta Falcons aren’t going to have their best offensive weapon for the rest of the 2022 season.
According to head coach Arthur Smith, star tight end Kyle Pitts is out for the remainder of the season.
Pitts was put on injured reserve last Monday, so it’s no surprise that he’s done for the season. When a player is placed on IR, he has to miss a minimum of four games.
Pitts got hurt during the Falcons’ 27-24 win over the Chicago Bears on Nov. 20. An MRI revealed that he suffered a torn MCL and that it would require surgery.
He was on the field for over 20 snaps during that game and finished with three receptions for 43 yards. He’ll finish his 2022 campaign with 28 receptions for 356 yards and two touchdowns.
Parker Hesse will now be the starting tight end for the remainder of the season.