Kyle Pitts

Pitts was railroaded yet again last year by Arthur Smith, as he played most of the season at less than 100%. Pitts finished as the TE16 in fantasy points per game and the TE15 in expected fantasy points per game. Much of this can be attributed to his minuscule touchdown production (only three, 18th among TEs) and a non-existent red zone role (34th in red zone targets). While Pitts lagged in YPRR and FD/RR (18th in both), he still flashed in one of the metrics I look to for projecting talent and ceiling at the tight end position, and that's YPRR vs. man coverage. Last year, Pitts ranked seventh in this metric, immediately behind Travis Kelce. With a revamped offensive system, a clean bill of health, and improved quarterback play, Pitts is set to soar this season.

Falcons coach Raheem Morris says he's starting to see more of an "edge" with Kyle Pitts in Falcons camp.

Fantasy Impact

Morris added that Pitts has a "personal vendetta" to get back to where he was as a rookie. After recording 1,026 yards receiving as a rookie, Pitts has combined for just 1,023 yards over 27 games in the past two seasons.