Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts signs massive extension

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Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts signs massive extension

Originally posted on Ball Exclusives | By Pat Dowd | Last updated Jun 23, 2026 7:33 PM ET

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts has signed a three-year $54 million contract extension with $36 million guaranteed according to ESPN. It is the third largest contract given to a tight end in the history of the NFL.

ESPN sources: TE Kyle Pitts and the Atlanta Falcons reached agreement today on a three-year, $54 million contract that includes $36 million fully guaranteed. It is the largest three-year contract for a tight end in NFL history. David Mulugheta of Athletes First and Andre Odom… pic.twitter.com/PYEEMRs8xa

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 23, 2026

Pitts, who was franchise tagged going into this offseason, was the No. 4 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft but has not quite lived up to the placement despite his obvious talent.

However, last season was the most productive year since his rookie campaign catching 88 passes for 928 yards and five touchdowns.

With Pitts locked down, the Falcons will now alter their focus to extending star running back Bijan Robinson who is under contract for two more seasons with the franchise picking up his fifth year option.

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