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Reports: Falcons using franchise tag on TE Kyle Pitts

On Monday, the Atlanta Falcons announced plans to use the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts Sr., keeping him off free agency this offseason, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler and CBS Sports NFL insider Jonathan Jones reported.
After a rebound 2025 season, Pitts posted 88 receptions for 928 yards and five touchdowns, earning AP second‑team All‑Pro, prompting contract protection efforts.
Franchise‑tag math, tied to the top five salaries, dictates the tender amount, with Spotrac estimating $16,007,000 and OverTheCap.com about $16,319,000 for Pitts this year.
The Falcons' decision sets a negotiation floor as they work toward a long‑term deal, with the team and Pitts having until July 15 to agree or else the franchise tender applies.
Reports say the Falcons could tag‑and‑trade Pitts if a suitor offers enticing compensation, amid a deep tight‑end market and new front‑office leadership under Ian Cunningham and Matt Ryan.

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