Dolphins Surprisingly Linked to Trade for Falcons' 1,000-Yard TE

The Dolphins are in the midst of a roster rebuild, making a move for the Falcons' star tight end an odd choice.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 7:07pm

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The Miami Dolphins, currently in the midst of a major roster overhaul, have been surprisingly linked to a potential trade for Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts. This move would be an unusual one for the rebuilding Dolphins, as Pitts is entering the final year of his contract and would only provide short-term help rather than a long-term solution.

Why it matters

The Dolphins are in the process of tearing down their roster and building for the future, having already traded away star wide receiver Jaylen Waddle. Acquiring a veteran like Pitts, even if he is a talented player, would be an odd choice for a team focused on stockpiling draft picks and developing young talent for the long haul.

The details

According to a report from Bleacher Report's Moe Moton, the Dolphins have been named as a potential trade destination for Pitts, who is coming off a 1,000-yard season with the Falcons. Moton suggests that Pitts would be the Dolphins' 'go-to target in the passing attack' and could 'post career numbers' in Miami's offense. However, the Dolphins are in the midst of a rebuild, and acquiring a player like Pitts, who is on the final year of his contract, doesn't align with their long-term strategy of acquiring young, cost-controlled talent through the draft.

  • The Dolphins recently traded away star wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, signaling the start of their roster teardown and rebuild.

The players

Kyle Pitts

A talented tight end for the Atlanta Falcons who is coming off a 1,000-yard season, but is entering the final year of his contract.

Tua Tagovailoa

The Dolphins' former starting quarterback, who the team is moving on from as part of their roster rebuild.

Malik Willis

The Dolphins' new $67.5 million quarterback, who they have signed as part of their roster overhaul.

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What they’re saying

“Based on the Dolphins' wide receiver and tight end groups, Pitts would be their go-to target in the passing attack. He could post career numbers in an offense built around him.”

— Moe Moton, Bleacher Report Writer

The takeaway

The Dolphins' reported interest in trading for Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts is an odd move for a team in the midst of a major roster rebuild. Acquiring a veteran player like Pitts, who is on the final year of his contract, does not align with the Dolphins' long-term strategy of stockpiling draft picks and developing young talent. This potential trade would be a surprising and questionable decision for the rebuilding Dolphins.