History of Kyle Pitts in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 23, 2026

Kyle Pitts is a professional American football tight end currently playing for the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL. He achieved significant recognition during his college career at the University of Florida, earning unanimous All-American honors and winning the prestigious John Mackey Award in 2020, which recognizes the nation's top tight end. Pitts is known for his exceptional athleticism and receiving abilities at the tight end position.

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October 6, 2000: Kyle Pitts Born

On October 6, 2000, Kyle Anthony Pitts Sr. was born. He is an American professional football tight end.

2002: Jeremy Shockey made Pro Bowl

In 2002, Jeremy Shockey made the Pro Bowl.

2016: Transfer to Archbishop Wood Catholic High School

In 2016, Kyle Pitts transferred to Archbishop Wood Catholic High School in Warminster, Pennsylvania.

2018: Freshman Season at Florida

In 2018, Kyle Pitts played in 11 games as a backup his true freshman season at Florida, finishing with three receptions for 73 yards and a touchdown.

2018: Played in Under Armour All-America Game

In 2018, Kyle Pitts played in the Under Armour All-America Game and committed to the University of Florida to play college football.

2019: Became starting tight end at Florida

In 2019, Kyle Pitts became the starting tight end. He played in all 13 games and finished the year with 54 receptions for 649 yards and 5 touchdowns, earning First-team All-Southeastern Conference honors.

2020: Outstanding Season and Award

During the 2020 season, Kyle Pitts scored 12 touchdowns in eight games while gaining 770 yards on 43 receptions. He was named a unanimous All-American and won the John Mackey Award.

2020: Won John Mackey Award

In 2020, Kyle Pitts was named a unanimous All-American and won the John Mackey Award as the most outstanding tight end in college football.

June 29, 2021: Signed Rookie Contract with Atlanta Falcons

On June 29, 2021, Kyle Pitts signed his four-year rookie contract with the Atlanta Falcons, worth $32.9 million.

2021: Named to PFWA All-Rookie Team

In 2021, Kyle Pitts was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team.

2021: Drafted by the Atlanta Falcons

In 2021, Kyle Pitts was selected fourth overall by the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL draft, making him the highest drafted tight end in NFL history. He was also named to the Pro Bowl as a rookie that same year.

November 30, 2022: Ruled out for season after knee surgery

On November 30, 2022, Kyle Pitts was ruled out for the remainder of the season after having surgery to repair the MCL in his right knee.

2022: Named to Pro Bowl

In 2022, Kyle Pitts was named to the Pro Bowl, making him the first rookie at his position to make the Pro Bowl since Jeremy Shockey in 2002. He was also ranked 91st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2022.