Falcons position reviews: Tight end

The 2021 regular season is in the rear-view mirror as the Atlanta Falcons are shifting into offseason mode. Here at The Falcoholic, we have begun reviewing positions on the roster and grading them for their impact this past season.

Today we’ll be discussing the tight end position, which played a larger role under head coach Arthur Smith. Let’s take a look at each guy and how they contributed to the overall season.

Kyle Pitts

Stats: 17 games, 68 receptions, 1026 yards, TD

It’s tough to imagine a better season for a rookie tight end. Kyle Pitts had high expectations coming into the NFL and that skyrocketed when the Falcons selected him with the 4th overall selection in the 2021 NFL Draft. Pitts’…