On Tuesday afternoon, the Atlanta Falcons introduced they signed former Tennessee Titans tight finish Anthony Firkser. The signing is a one-year deal, with the contract particulars but to be introduced.
After Hayden Hurst signed with the Cincinnati Bengals and Lee Smith introduced his retirement, the Falcons had been available on the market for a serviceable backup proper finish to play behind Kyle Pitts in his second season within the NFL. Firkser brings in a strong veteran presence to fill this gap that the Falcons wanted to fill.
Here’s a take a look at what the Falcons’ depth chart ought to seem like with Firkser now within the lineup:
- Starter: Kyle Pitts
- Backup: Anthony Firkser
- Third String: Parker Hesse
- Fourth String: Daniel Helm/Ryan Becker
This transfer additionally seemingly eliminates the Atlanta Falcons from drafting a backup tight finish within the NFL Draft however might have them searching for a younger blocking tight finish.
Firkser will reunite with Arthur Smith, who Firkser performed below in Tennessee from 2018-2020. In his three seasons with Firkser, Smith served as tight ends coach in 2018 and offensive coordinator in 2019 and 2020 for the Titans.
Signing Firkser additionally reunites him with quarterback Marcus Mariota, who he performed with in 2018. With Mariota, Firkser accounted for 225 yards and a landing whereas posting 19 receptions on 20 targets.
In 4 seasons with Tennessee, he hauled in 106 receptions for 1,107 yards and 5 touchdowns.
In 2021, Firkser posted 34 receptions on 43 targets, accounting for 291 yards and a pair of touchdowns. His 291 receiving yards ranked fifth on the Titans.
2020 was Firkser’s most efficient 12 months, as his 387 receiving yards ranked fourth on the Titans. He additionally accounted for a landing and 26 first downs in 2020.
Firkser signed with the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent after he completed his collegiate profession with Harvard. He then performed with the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs on their apply squad earlier than signing with the Tennessee Titans.