Kyle Pitts

After becoming the first tight end in 50 seasons to have 1,000 receiving yards as a rookie, Kyle Pitts had a bitterly disappointing sophomore season, finishing with 28 catches for 356 yards and two touchdowns and missing the last six games of the season with a torn MCL. The 22-year-old Pitts is immensely talented and figures to be a top fantasy TE for many years to come. But can Pitts be a prolific fantasy scorer in 2023 with run-loving head coach Arthur Smith in charge of the Falcons' offense and the Atlanta QB situation unsettled? Pitts will be a high-risk, high-reward fantasy option for 2023, but at least he'll be cheaper in this year's drafts than he was in 2022.

Falcons' TE Kyle Pitts underwent knee surgery on Tuesday and was officially ruled out for the remainder of the 2022 season.

Fantasy Impact

Pitts will now have ample time to return at full health for OTAs in 2023. His sophomore season ends on the lowest of down notes, with just a 28-356-2 receiving line. Pitts should be hoping for a QB change in 2023, which could very well happen depending on how Atlanta closes out this season. It is hard to advocate for Pitts as a strong hold in fantasy dynasty leagues, but he is still just 22 years old and a former top-five draft pick. The fantasy tight end landscape is desolate enough that he will deserve another chance next season.