Kyle Pitts has no receptions in Falcons' Week 1 loss to Steelers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 1:05 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

In their Week 1 matchup on September 14, 2026, the Atlanta Falcons faced the Pittsburgh Steelers, where tight end Kyle Pitts was targeted just once without any receptions. This marks the first time Pitts has gone catch-less since a game against the New Orleans Saints on September 29, 2024. His low involvement reflects ongoing challenges the Falcons face in effectively utilizing his talent, which fantasy managers will consider when evaluating his role moving forward.
- •Falcons lose to Steelers in Week 1 on September 14, 2026.
- •Kyle Pitts targeted once, with zero receptions.
- •First catch-less game for Pitts since September 29, 2024.
- •Pitts' target total matches his lowest from November 2024.
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"Kyle Pitts was targeted just once in a catch-less Week 1 loss at Pittsburgh.
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