The Atlanta Falcons made it clear they're not quite ready to move on from Kyle Pitts, using the franchise tag to keep the star tight end for at least one more season. But with long-term questions still lingering, the front office has been busy adding depth—starting with a familiar face in veteran Austin Hooper on a one-year deal.

While the Falcons didn't select a tight end in the 2026 NFL Draft, they've turned to the undrafted free agent market to bolster the position. So far, Atlanta has brought in 16 undrafted rookies (though none have been officially announced), including two intriguing tight ends: Auburn's Brandon Frazier and Michigan State's Jack Velling. Both will be looking to turn heads during minicamp.

Let's take a closer look at Frazier, a 6-foot-7, 260-pound blocking specialist who spent six seasons at Auburn (2020-2025). His stat line won't jump off the page—25 catches for 218 yards and two touchdowns—but that's not where his value lies. Frazier is a throwback tight end who prides himself on moving defenders in the run game.

"Frazier is a people-mover who views receiving as a secondary responsibility," wrote Mike Kashuba of FootballGuys.com. "He ran a route less than half as often as he blocked, and he looks like an extra offensive lineman running routes. He's an enormous target with a fantastic catch radius, but his calling card is delivering a powerful blow in the run game and driving his feet through the whistle."

The Falcons already have a blocking specialist in Charlie Woerner, who's quietly been a key cog in Bijan Robinson's success over the past two seasons. If Frazier can put together a productive camp, he could push for that same role—and potentially even replace Woerner on the roster down the line.

Whether it happens this season or further down the road, Frazier has the size and physicality to carve out a role in the NFL. For a team that loves to establish the run, a tight end who embraces the dirty work is always a welcome addition.