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Kyle Pitts discusses franchise tag amid contract negotiations with Falcons

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Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Kyle Pitts discusses franchise tag amid contract negotiations with Falcons
Summary

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts is slated to play the 2025 season under the franchise tag, which he refers to as his 'sixth-year option.' The Falcons signed wide receiver Drake London to a new four-year deal, and running back Bijan Robinson is next in line for an extension. Pitts will earn over $15 million if he plays under the tag, with the potential for the team to free up salary cap space through a new deal. Negotiations need to be finalized before the July 15 deadline.

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  • •Pitts describes franchise tag as his 'sixth-year option'.
  • •London signed a four-year contract earlier this week.
  • •Robinson is expected to receive an extension next.
  • •Pitts would earn over $15 million under the franchise tag.
  • •Deadline for extending Pitts is July 15.
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Kyle Pitts describes franchise tag as his 'sixth-year option'

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