The Philadelphia Eagles are preparing to lose their starting tight end, Dallas Goedert, who is entering free agency. General manager Howie Roseman must now identify a suitable Dallas Goedert replacement, either through the NFL Draft or free agency, to maintain offensive stability.
While draft experts widely anticipate the Eagles targeting a rookie tight end, another option gaining attention is Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts. USA Today’s Ayrton Ostly highlighted Pitts as a potential fit for Philadelphia in the 2026 offseason.
“Pitts is exactly the kind of underperforming talent the Eagles like to take a chance on. He’s just 25 years old and can be an explosive threat from the tight end position. Philadelphia is middle-of-the-pack in cap space this offseason and tight end Dallas Goedert is hitting free agency. Getting younger and more dynamic at the position would be beneficial for an offense that needs to improve in 2025.”
?Ayrton Ostly, USA Today analyst
Kyle Pitts’ Performance and Financial Implications for the Eagles
Kyle Pitts delivered his most productive season since his 2021 rookie year, recording 88 receptions for 928 yards and five touchdowns across 17 games. This performance earned him a second-team All-Pro selection for the first time.
According to Spotrac projections, Pitts is expected to command approximately $10.8 million annually in free agency, a significant expense given Philadelphia’s salary cap situation. The Eagles previously requested Goedert to reduce his 2025 salary from $14 million to $10 million, underscoring the tight budget they must manage.
The Eagles have a projected salary cap of $18-20 million for the offseason, with no option to restructure contracts but possible room through cut players. Complicating matters is the number of key pending free agents, including Reed Blankenship, Jaelan Phillips, Nakobe Dean, and Goedert. Roseman faces pressure to preserve cap space to retain essential players like Phillips and Blankenship while pursuing new talent.
Balancing Talent Acquisition and Salary Constraints
Kyle Pitts would bring a dynamic weapon to the Eagles’ offense, offering a younger and versatile option at tight end. However, the financial commitment required to acquire him may strain Philadelphia’s roster-building flexibility during a challenging offseason.
The decision to sign Pitts hinges on weighing his potential impact against the cost and the need to maintain a balanced roster under the cap. Howie Roseman’s approach to managing these competing priorities will be critical for the Eagles as they prepare their 2025 lineup.
