Could Kyle Pitts be on the move?
The first day of OTAs kicked off earlier this week for the Atlanta Falcons, and one of the more notable players absent was tight end Kyle Pitts. A report came out soon after explaining that Pitts is dealing with a foot injury, but is at the team facility getting treatment and working to get back on track.
On Friday morning, another report came out, this one by NFL Insider Jordan Schultz, that multiple teams have inquired about trading for Pitts and it appears the Falcons didn’t exactly shut it down.
Sources: Multiple teams have reached out to the #Falcons about the availability of TE Kyle Pitts.
Nothing is imminent, and Atlanta would prefer to keep him — but I’m told it would take at least a Day 2 pick to even spark serious talks. pic.twitter.com/smNLgOcBow
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) May 30, 2025
Reviewing the report above, the wording is very interesting. Schultz is quick to say nothing is imminent, but that the Falcons prefer to keep him. Also, it’s mentioned that it would take at least a second or third round draft pick to move Pitts, so the Falcons at least do have a price in mind it seems, should some serious conversations arise.
But two things are clear: Pitts isn’t participating in OTAs and there are trade rumors swirling. That’s a recipe for intrigue, but we will see what happens.
Pitts is entering the final year of his rookie contract after having his fifth-year option picked up last offseason. He’s currently set to earn $10.878 million this season. Although he had a pretty special rookie season, having 68 catches for 1,026 yards with a touchdown, he’s since had some very underwhelming production. The Falcons have talked about his need to improve, but Pitts still has talent and now has a quarterback willing and able to throw it deep to him.
We will continue to monitor the situation as OTAs for the Falcons continue. Do you think Pitts might be on the move?