The New England Patriots have reportedly made yet another offensive addition after an exciting offseason, and it may be the most exciting yet. It's been reported that A.J. Brown will be on his way to New England in June, a massive addition for a team looking to add a star wideout.
This trade came after the additions of Romeo Doubs and Alijah Vera-Tucker to boost the offensive line.
As things stand, New England adding to its arsenal of skill-position players would be a luxury rather than a necessity. Nonetheless, fans would likely be disappointed to see a trade for a certain star materialize without New England being involved.
In a recent article from Bleacher Report's Alex Kay, it's predicted that Atlanta tight end Kyle Pitts might be on the move during the draft, and in Kay's eyes, a trade to Tennessee would make the most sense.
While Tennessee is no doubt an ascending team with a need at tight end, the Patriots could also find the Atlanta tight end especially useful in their offense.
Patriots don't appear to be a top destination for Kyle Pitts in mock trades
The former No. 4 pick from Florida was the gold standard of tight end prospects. Touchdown production was an issue as a rookie, but he did eclipse 1,000 yards. His next three seasons were far quieter.
Pitts played ten games in his sophomore season, recording just 356 yards and a pair of touchdowns from 28 catches. He'd have 100 catches for 1,269 yards and 7 touchdowns over the next two years, but found his footing again in 2025. Last year, he had career highs in catches (88) and touchdowns (5) with 928 yards.
The ex-Gator was tagged by the Falcons this offseason, but there have been indications they could be willing to move the tight end. Kay predicts Tennessee could land him by sending a package that includes one or more of their four selections in the top 101 of Thursday's draft.
As it stands, New England owns three selections in the first 95 picks, and also holds a pair of fourth-round selections at No. 125 and No. 131. If they were interested in making a move for Pitts, they have the capital to do so.
Should New England seriously consider a Kyle Pitts trade?
As far as the player goes, not many GMs would have many qualms about trading for Pitts. He was very productive in 2025, is a good athlete, and is young at 26. While he hasn't done so consistently, there are indications he can be among the league's best tight ends.
The issue with Pitts has more to do with how expensive he's likely to be. New England would likely have to move a package surrounding the 63rd pick should they want to see Pitts join the team, and that seems far too rich a price to let him walk at the end of the year.
Trading for Pitts, therefore, would likely lock New England into giving him a new contract, which wouldn't be cheap. On the franchise tag, Pitts is the third-highest-paid tight end in the league, and he'd likely stay in that range in the event of an extension.
Trey McBride is a better player, but he is similar in age. Given that he makes $19 million a year, $17 million would be within Pitts' range.
The Patriots already shelled out the 6th most money in free agency after spending the most in 2025, and will likely attempt to extend Christian Gonzalez in the coming months. This also doesn't include A.J. Brown's contract, assuming the trade goes through.
While Pitts is a talented player, giving up what will likely be a second-round pick and $60 million or more may not be worth it with Hunter Henry still on the roster. As things stand, a trade for the tight end simply doesn't seem feasible.
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