“ I was hesitant to even talk about it because you just wanted to let him go do it ” — these were the words of Atlanta Falcons ’ head coach Raheem Morris in the offseason. He was talking about Kyle Pitts , the fifth-year TE who got entrapped in a relentless struggle post his rookie campaign. With his production a no-show on the field, he became the epicenter of fans’ criticism. Yet, Morris hadn’t lost faith. Even though it was in silence, the head coach stood by Pitts. Indeed, he was proved to be right.

“ Really pleased on what he can do when he gets back and really pleased on working with him throughout the process ,” said Morris ahead of the 2025 season. Despite the outside noise, the head coach kept Pitts as the focal point of the passing game. Four games in, and

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