NFL analyst makes prediction on Kyle Pitts' future with Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons have had a busy offseason, from front office/coaching staff changes to free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft. The team has added several new faces, including quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, cornerback Avieon Terrell and offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor.

The Falcons also re-signed a handful of players and used their franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts. The former top-five pick will stay in Atlanta for at least one more season. Pitts essentially signed a one-year, $15 million contract, but there's some debate on whether or not the team should sign him to a long-year deal.

Last season, Pitts posted the best numbers of his career, finishing with 88 catches for 928 receiving yards and five touchdowns, Even though he had more total yards as a rookie, Pitts' 2025 campaign put him back on the map as one of the league's top tight ends.

NFL.com's Kevin Patra broke down this year's franchise tag recipients, weighing the pros and cons of a potential long-term deal before making a final prediction on each player. Patra said he believes Pitts will in fact sign an extension to remain in Atlanta.

"Prediction: Pitts signs an extension that keeps him among the highest-paid TEs, but below the likes of Kittle and McBride," Patra predicted.

However, he thinks the team could wait to see what happens with Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft, who is also due for an extension.