Kyle Pitts is set to soar as a focal point of the Atlanta Falcons offense in 2024.
Leaving zero confusion, Falcons Head Coach Raheem Morris tells NFL Network’s Steve Wyche that Kyle Pitts will be a focal point of the Atlanta Falcons offense. This comes as welcome news for long-suffering fantasy gamers who have rostered Kyle Pitts only to see him criminally underutilized.
Who needs FedEx when Raheem Morris can deliver such a succinct message regarding Kyle Pitts usage? There has been chemistry between Kirk Cousins and Kyle Pitts displayed on social media as Kyle Pitts only public request from Cousins has been to have more targets on the field. It is evident that early on in Raheem Morris’s tenure that the team has stable, supportive leadership in place.
Kyle Pitts is currently 8th in our tight end Dynasty rankings on Player Profiler. Over on UnderDog Best Ball, Pitts is going at an ADP of 63 in the 6th round as tight end 6 to go off the board. With a 1,026-yard receiving campaign under his rookie belt, Kyle Pitts is set to launch the way we had anticipated heading into his sophomore season. At 23 years old, Kyle Pitts heading into his 4th season is the same age as 2nd year Dynasty tight end 1 Sam LaPorta. Look for Kyle Pitts to close the gap in 2024.
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The Atlanta Falcons are moving forward without Jonnu Smith at the Tight End position, clearing the runway for Kyle Pitts.
Jonnu Smith is being released by the Atlanta Falcons. The veteran Tight End caught 50 passes for 532 yards and 3 touchdowns last season. If the Atlanta Falcons are going to get the most out of their 2021 4th overall pick in the NFL Draft in Kyle Pitts, they will need to have Kyle Pitts on the football field as much as possible.
While detractors took coach speak regarding Kyle Pitts run blocking ability as a sign of further misuse, savvy fantasy gamers know that the true path to relevance as a Tight End involves being on the field as much as possible. Allowing Kyle Pitts to be on the field regardless of down and distance will further keep defenses off balance.
With early career struggles, it is easy to forget that Kyle Pitts ran a 4.49 in the 40 yard dash and has a 99% Speed Score. Buy Kyle Pitts in Dynasty where you can, but also look over at UnderDog BestBall drafts where Pitts has an ADP of 92 in the middle of the 7th round.
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris brings Sean McVay disciple Zac Robinson into the fold.
Raheem Morris made sure the carry-on bag for his flight east included a Sean McVay disciple in Rams pass-game coordinator Zac Robinson. Not enough can be said for the Rams late round gems in Kyren Williams and rookie sensation Puka Nacua that have crystalized into 2024 first round ADP players.
The Rams were 4th in red zone pass attempts in 2023. This bodes well for Drake London’s touchdown regression from 2 receiving touchdowns last year as well as Kyle Pitts 3 total touchdowns. With bell cow opportunity share, Kyren Williams 2023 21.3 fantasy points per game will have fantasy managers appropriately excited for Bijan Robinson’s second year breakout.
As Desmond Ridder isn’t even an adequate stand-in for Matthew Stafford, the heat is on the Atlanta Falcons to make an upgrade at quarterback. With the 8th overall pick in the first round of the NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons are in a flexible position to pursue quarterback via free agency, a trade for Justin Fields, or boldly moving up in the draft to secure one of Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, or Jayden Daniels.
Raheem Morris emerges the victor from a crowded interview pool as the Atlanta Falcons next head coach.
Raheem Morris secures the position of the Atlanta Falcons’ new head coach after emerging as the top choice from a pool of 14 candidates. Having orchestrated the 2021 Rams defense to victory in the Super Bowl against the Cincinnati Bengals, Morris eyes his first Super Bowl trophy as a head coach, while owner Arthur Blank seeks his initial championship win.
Under Arthur Blank’s ownership, the Falcons boast considerable offensive talent, with skill position players highly coveted in fantasy football. Despite the challenges of the now-dismissed coach Arthur Smith, Bijan Robinson maintained an impressive 14.5 fantasy points per game. Drake London anticipates a regression from his 2023 touchdown count of 2 and aims to benefit from a more accurate quarterback in 2024, having recorded 69 catches on 109 targets. Additionally, revelations of Kyle Pitts’ less-than-optimal health in 2023 suggest an increased snap share above 65.1%, setting the stage for the breakout season fans have been eagerly anticipating.
Following a 7-10 record in the 2023 campaign, the Falcons present an enticing opportunity for both veteran and rookie quarterbacks. A turnaround to a 10-7 record is well within reach, positioning the team as strong contenders for the top spot in the NFC South.
Atlanta Falcons Fire Arthur Smith
The Atlanta Falcons have fired head coach Arthur Smith. This is a move that every Fantasy owner wanted the team to make all season. The Falcons will now be in the market for a new coaching staff and as of Monday, they join the Washington Commanders and Carolina Panthers in a search for a new coach. The Falcon’s job is very enticing as they will get to work with former first-round picks, Kyle Pitts, Bijan Robinson, and Drake London.
The Arthur Smith lead offense ranked in the bottom third for the season in offensive yards and points. The Falcons drafted Bijan Robinson 8th overall this year. Arthur Smith decided to have him split carries with former 5th-round draft pick Tyler Allgeier. Kyle Pitts was drafted 4th overall in 2021 and ended the 23 season with 53 receptions on 90 targets for 667 yards and 3 touchdowns. Pitts is a hyper-athlete and has never had more than three touchdowns in a season. Drake London was drafted 8th overall in 2022 and hasn’t been able to break 1000 yards in a season. The 6’4″ Wide receiver had four touchdowns in 2022 and two in 2023. For the third year in a row, the Falcons have the 8th pick in the NFL Draft. Look for them to add a new QB at some point this offseason. This opening is very enticing for any head coach candidate as we now shift to coach watch.
Drake London Out Week 9 Due to Groin Injury
Drake London is out Week 9 against the Minnesota Vikings due to a groin injury. London suffered the injury in week 8 against the Titans. He was not able to return to the game and missed this entire week of practice. There has been no timetable set for his return.
Taylor Heinicke was named the starter this week which should give this offense a much-needed lift. Losing London will hurt but expect Mack Hollins, Van Jefferson, and Cordelle Patterson to step in and make some plays in the passing game. On the season London has 56 targets with 37 receptions for 438 yards and 2 touchdowns. Expect Bijan Robinson to be more active in the passing game and Kyle Pitts to be the biggest beneficiary of London’s missing 22.4% target share. The Minnesota Vikings rank 17th against the Tight End position.
