The Atlanta Falcons were never going to trade tight end Kyle Pitts for one reason: they don't have the depth to overcome his loss.
Looking at the depth chart, Feleipe Franks sits right on Pitts' heels as the backup.
Clearly, the coaching staff is confident in the former undrafted free agent. He was brought back after one season in Carolina and has earned the right to be the backup receiving tight end.
Falcons confident in Feleipe Franks' development after depth chart promotion
Being a backup tight end is an important job. The position requires a lot of physicality, and with that comes an increased risk for injury.