The Atlanta Falcons are heading into 2026 with a clean slate. After parting ways with head coach Raheem Morris and preparing to bring in a new general manager, the organization is clearly signaling a reset.
And when a team hits the reset button, ripple effects are inevitable-especially when it comes to roster decisions. One name that immediately comes to mind: Kyle Pitts.
Pitts, the former No. 4 overall pick, is set to hit free agency for the first time in his career. With the GM who drafted him, Terry Fontenot, no longer in the building, the tight end’s future in Atlanta feels more uncertain than ever. The Falcons are in the midst of front office interviews, and depending on who takes over, Pitts could find himself wearing a different uniform next season.
One potential landing spot that’s gaining traction? The Miami Dolphins.
With Jeff Hafley now at the helm in South Florida, Miami is in the early stages of reshaping its roster. And while there are still plenty of questions surrounding the quarterback position-be it Tua Tagovailoa, Quinn Ewers, or someone else-adding a dynamic pass-catcher like Pitts could be a game-changer for whoever is under center.
Pitts is projected to land a contract in the neighborhood of four years, $58 million, per Spotrac. That’s a hefty investment, but one that could pay off if he builds on his 2025 resurgence.
After a few underwhelming seasons post-rookie year, Pitts finally looked like the mismatch nightmare he was advertised to be coming out of Florida. He finished the season with 928 receiving yards and a career-high five touchdowns-his best statistical output since his rookie campaign.
What’s especially intriguing is how he closed the season. Over the final six games, Pitts racked up more than half of his total yards and four of his five scores. That late-season surge suggests he might be turning a corner, whether due to health, scheme fit, or simply rediscovering his rhythm.
Still, teams will have to weigh that against the inconsistency he showed in the years prior. For three seasons, Pitts struggled to meet lofty expectations.
Whether it was due to injuries, quarterback instability, or schematic issues, the production just wasn’t there. That kind of track record can cool a player’s market, especially when big money is involved.
But for a team like Miami, the risk may be worth the reward. The Dolphins have a clear need at tight end.
Both Darren Waller and Greg Dulcich are pending free agents, and neither has solidified himself as a reliable TE1 option heading into 2026. Even if Pitts doesn’t return to Pro Bowl form, he’d still represent a clear upgrade at the position-and if his market doesn’t explode the way some expect, he could end up being one of the better value signings of the offseason.
Bottom line: Pitts is one of the more fascinating free agents to watch this spring. He’s still just 25, still oozing with potential, and finally showed signs of putting it all together again. Whether that next chapter unfolds in Atlanta or somewhere like Miami, his next move could have major implications for both his career and whichever offense he joins.