Kyle Pitts Just Put the NFL on Notice - And the Dolphins Should Be Paying Attention
The Miami Dolphins are in the thick of a playoff push, but there’s no denying the winds of change are beginning to swirl in South Florida. With key veterans like Tyreek Hill and Tua Tagovailoa facing uncertain futures - whether due to age, contract situations, or performance - the franchise may be approaching a pivot point. And Thursday night, under the bright lights of prime time, a potential piece of the Dolphins' next chapter may have revealed himself - even if he was wearing a Falcons jersey.
Kyle Pitts Delivers a Statement Game
Kyle Pitts didn’t just have a good night - he delivered the kind of performance that reintroduces a player to the league in bold, all-caps fashion. With 11 receptions, 166 yards, and three touchdowns in a dramatic comeback win over the Buccaneers, Pitts looked every bit the elite pass-catching weapon scouts envisioned when he was drafted.
And he did it without Drake London, Atlanta’s top wideout, soaking up attention from the defense. This was Pitts as the focal point - and he rose to the moment.
For a player whose career has been defined more by questions than highlights over the past couple of seasons, this was a reminder of just how dangerous he can be when fully unleashed. The size, the speed, the hands - it was all on display.
And while this was his biggest game to date, it wasn’t an isolated flash. Pitts had already posted back-to-back 80-yard games in the weeks leading up to Thursday night, hinting that something was building.
A Fit in Miami? The Dots Connect
The Dolphins have already dipped into the veteran tight end market, bringing in Darren Waller this offseason. But let’s be honest - Waller isn’t a long-term solution.
He’s a short-term patch, not a foundational piece. That’s where Pitts could come in.
If he hits free agency, Miami should absolutely be in the conversation. At just 25 years old, Pitts still has the upside of a player entering his prime, not one exiting it.
He’s not a complete tight end in the traditional sense - his run blocking remains a work in progress - but in a system like Mike McDaniel’s, that’s not a dealbreaker. McDaniel’s offense is built on movement, mismatches, and maximizing skill sets.
Pitts could thrive in that environment, lining up all over the formation and creating headaches for linebackers and safeties alike.
Imagine Pitts paired with Jaylen Waddle in the middle of the field, with a vertical threat on the outside and a creative play-caller dialing up routes that capitalize on his athleticism. That’s the kind of offensive flexibility that keeps defensive coordinators up at night.
What Comes Next
Atlanta still has control of Pitts’ contract situation and could opt to lock him up long-term. Given his recent surge and his role as the team’s clear No. 2 option in the passing game, that wouldn’t be a surprise. But if Pitts is looking for a fresh start - a new system, a new quarterback, a new city - Miami should be on the phone the moment free agency opens.
This isn’t just about adding talent. It’s about building for what’s next.
The Dolphins have been explosive at times, but sustaining that level of play requires constant evolution. Pitts could be part of that next wave - a mismatch nightmare who’s just now tapping back into his potential.
Thursday night wasn’t just a breakout. It was a reminder.
Kyle Pitts is still that guy. And if the Dolphins are serious about staying dangerous on offense for years to come, they’d be wise to take notice.