Blog · Week 8 · October 26, 2026
Should you start Kyle Pitts Sr. in Week 8?
Yes, you should start Kyle Pitts Sr. in Week 8 fantasy lineups. His recent surge in production and a favorable matchup make him a reliable TE option.
Context and current status of Kyle Pitts Sr.
With 5 years of experience, Kyle Pitts Sr. is hitting a pivotal stretch in the 2026 season. Through 7 games, he has totaled 63.1 PPR points with a 9-point game average. His output has improved due to recent scheme adjustments in Atlanta, focusing on higher efficiency inside the red zone and leveraging his elite physical traits. Although he was previously viewed as a bench stash, his newly established role in the passing offense provides much-needed stability amid a general shortage of reliable tight end options across fantasy leagues.
Recent performance breakdown
His latest outings highlight his offensive resurgence. In Week 4 @ NO, he posted 7.7 PPR points on 3 catches and 47 yards from 3 targets. In Week 5 vs BAL, he scored 15.2 PPR points, securing 5 of 6 targets for 42 yards and 1 touchdown. His peak came in Week 6 vs CHI with 23 PPR points, hauling in 5 receptions for 60 yards and 2 touchdowns. Most recently in Week 7 vs SF, he delivered 13.2 PPR points with 5 catches, 22 yards, and 1 score, proving consistent scoring upside.
Week 8 projection and matchup analysis
Looking ahead to the upcoming slate, the Fantasy Expertos model projects 10.5 PPR, 8.5 Half, and 6.5 STD points for Pitts Sr., ranking him as the TE12 of the week. He plays @ TB against a defense rated as a MATCHUP FÁCIL. This secondary surrenders an average of 16.2 fantasy points per game to tight ends, ranking Nº9 out of 32 teams where Nº1 allows the most points. The fantasy community clearly agrees with this momentum, adding him in 47670 leagues with zero drops over the last 24 hours.
Fantasy advice
START · You should lock in Kyle Pitts Sr. as a starter this week. In PPR formats, his steady target share provides a strong floor. For Half-PPR and standard scoring, his recent red-zone usage helps offset lower yard totals, giving him a solid ceiling against a favorable MATCHUP FÁCIL versus Tampa Bay. He is a trustworthy option given the overall scarcity at the tight end position.
Projection from the FX Model, Fantasy Expertos' own system.