Pitts signing tag, reports to Falcons' workouts
Why it matters: Kyle Pitts is guaranteed $15.05 million for the 2026 season if he plays on the tender.
- Kyle Pitts Sr. is signing his franchise tender with the Atlanta Falcons (per NFL Network), guaranteeing him $15.05 million for the 2026 season.
- Pitts reported for the beginning of the Falcons' offseason workout program Tuesday, with the team posting a photo of his arrival.
- The Falcons and Pitts have until July 15 to negotiate a long-term contract, despite the tender being signed.
- Pitts finished last season second among tight ends in receptions (88) and receiving yards (928), trailing only Trey McBride, and earned AP second-team All-Pro honors.
Star tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. has signed his franchise tender with the Atlanta Falcons, guaranteeing him $15.05 million for the 2026 season, according to NFL Network. While he reported for the team's offseason workouts, the Falcons and Pitts still have until July 15 to negotiate a long-term contract, as reported by ESPN's Marc Raimondi.
