Atlanta Falcons Introduce Raheem Morris as Head Coach, Surprising Omission of Kyle Pitts
In a stunning announcement, Raheem Morris was officially introduced as the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons on Monday. During his introductory press conference, Morris spoke about the team’s offense, but notably left out any mention of star tight end Kyle Pitts. Instead, he focused on running back Bijan Robinson and wide receiver Drake London.
Morris’s omission of Pitts raised eyebrows among fans and analysts alike. Pitts, who was selected with the fourth overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, is considered one of the top talents on the Atlanta offense. However, Morris made it clear that he sees Robinson and London as the key players in the team’s offensive scheme.
This snub comes as a disappointment to many fantasy football managers who were hoping for a bounce-back season from Pitts. Despite a promising rookie year, where he recorded over 1,000 receiving yards and earned a Pro Bowl nod, Pitts has struggled to replicate that success in the past two seasons. In fact, his combined yardage over the past two years is fewer than what he achieved in his rookie campaign.
Critics of the Falcons’ offensive game plan under former head coach Arthur Smith believe that Pitts was not utilized to his full potential. They argue that his incredible playmaking abilities were often overlooked. With Morris now at the helm, some had hoped that Pitts would have a chance to shine once again. However, Morris’s failure to acknowledge Pitts as a cornerstone of the offense raises doubts about his future with the team.
As Pitts enters the fourth year of his rookie deal, the Falcons will have to make a decision about his future. Could they potentially trade him to another team? While nothing is certain at this point, the possibility cannot be ruled out. The Falcons may be willing to part ways with Pitts if they believe it is in the best interest of the team.
Only time will tell how Pitts’s career will unfold in Atlanta. For now, fans and fantasy football managers alike will have to wait and see what the future holds for this talented tight end.
