Michael Pittman Jr.
WR - Indianapolis Colts
2024 Outlook
The Colts signed Michael Pittman Jr. to a three-year deal worth up to $71.5M with $46M guaranteed.
Fantasy Impact
The Colts placed the franchise tag on Pittman with hopes of working out a new long-term deal, and they were able to work out a three-year deal. With Anthony Richardson currently on track to be fully healthy by the start of the season, Pittman should continue to post the steady production he has been doing as he enters his fifth season with the Colts.
The Colts have franchised tagged WR Michael Pittman.
Fantasy Impact
Pittman and the Colts are continuing to work on a long-term deal. The team’s number one wide receiver option is set to early $21.82M in 2024 if he plays on the franchise tag.
Colts GM Chris Ballard said that Michael Pittman Jr. will be on the roster come Week 1, either by an extension or the franchise tag if necessary.
Fantasy Impact
Pittman was slated to potentially be one of the bigger name wide receivers in free agency this offseason, but it appears he'll remain with the Colts one way or another. He dealt with some head injuries last season, but caught 109 passes for 1,152 yards and four touchdowns. Anthony Richardson (shoulder) remains on track to have a chance of being healthy by Week 1 next season.
Michael Pittman Jr. caught 5-of-6 targets for 44 yards in the Colts’ 23-19 loss to Houston.
Fantasy Impact
Pittman led the team in receptions and targets in the loss. The 26-year-old finishes the 2023 campaign with his second career season with over 1,000 receiving yards and his first with more than 100 receptions. Fantasy managers should expect the Colts to make every effort to sign Pittman to a new deal heading into the 2024 season.
Michael Pittman Jr. caught 5-of-7 targets for 46 yards in the Colts’ 23-20 win over the Raiders.
Fantasy Impact
Pittman returned from a one-game absence and led the team in targets in his return. The passing attack was not featured as much as the team relied on Jonathan Taylor in the win over the Raiders. Pittman remains a solid fantasy option in Week 18 against Houston.
