The Philadelphia Eagles are staring down a potential crisis at tight end as they prepare for their Week 2 showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs. Star tight end Dallas Goedert, a cornerstone of their passing game, has been sidelined from practice on both Wednesday and Thursday due to a troubling knee injury. With the Friday injury report still pending, anxiety is mounting in Philly. If Goedert can’t suit up on Sunday, the Eagles could be forced to scramble for solutions, and the spotlight is already turning to a blockbuster trade possibility that could cost them a staggering $10 million.
Goedert’s absence from practice has raised red flags, especially given his critical role in the Eagles’ offense. If he’s unable to play, backup tight end Grant Calcaterra could be thrust into a starting role. Calcaterra, while promising, is untested in such a high-stakes scenario. The only other option on the roster is Kylen Granson, who managed just one catch for a single yard in Week 1. With such thin depth, the Eagles are suddenly vulnerable at a position that demands reliability.
This isn’t the first time Goedert’s future with the team has been under scrutiny. Trade rumors swirled around the veteran tight end during the offseason, particularly around the NFL Draft. At one point, it seemed likely that Philadelphia might move on from him, but the Eagles ultimately restructured his contract to keep him for the 2025 season. However, with no long-term solution at tight end beyond Goedert, his injury exposes a glaring weakness—and the Eagles may need to act fast.
Enter Kyle Pitts Sr., the Atlanta Falcons’ electrifying yet polarizing tight end. Selected No. 4 overall in the 2021 NFL Draft, Pitts burst onto the scene with a 1,026-yard rookie campaign that showcased his rare athleticism and playmaking ability. Since then, however, his production has dipped, averaging 49 catches and 663 yards over the past four seasons with 10 total touchdowns. Despite the inconsistency, Pitts remains a tantalizing talent, and his Week 1 performance—seven catches for 59 yards—proved he’s still a matchup nightmare.
Rumors are swirling that Pitts could be on the trade block if the Falcons falter early this season. According to The Athletic’s Jeff Howe, league insiders believe Atlanta might entertain offers for Pitts before the November 5 trade deadline, especially if their season goes south after a Week 1 loss. The catch? Pitts is playing on his fifth-year option, which carries a hefty $10.878 million salary for 2025—a significant investment for any team, including the Eagles.
The Eagles have never shied away from bold moves, and acquiring Pitts could be the kind of splash that transforms their offense. At just 25 years old, Pitts offers youth, athleticism, and untapped potential that could complement Jalen Hurts’ dynamic playstyle. While his production hasn’t matched his rookie-year heights, a change of scenery to a contending team like Philadelphia could unlock his superstar potential. Pairing him with weapons like A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith would create a nightmare for opposing defenses.
Pitts’ contract situation adds intrigue. His four-year, $32 million rookie deal is nearing its end, and he’ll hit free agency after this season. For the Eagles, this presents both a risk and an opportunity: a trade for Pitts could be a short-term “emergency fix” if Goedert’s injury lingers, but it could also lay the foundation for a long-term solution if they extend his contract.
With Goedert’s status uncertain and the tight end depth chart looking shaky, the Eagles can’t afford to sit idle. The Falcons’ early struggles could open the door for a trade, and Philadelphia’s front office has a reputation for being aggressive. A call to Atlanta might be all it takes to land a game-changing talent like Pitts, but the $10.878 million price tag looms large. Will the Eagles roll the dice on a young star to shore up their roster, or will they bank on Goedert’s recovery and their current depth?