Time is running out for the Atlanta Falcons to get a return on former No. 4 overall pick Kyle Pitts as he enters the last year of his contract.

Why it works: This is a rare player-for-player trade that could benefit both teams. The Patriots send out two veteran contributors—Kendrick Bourne, who is coming off an injury and may be on the roster bubble, and Austin Hooper, a serviceable TE2 who signed as depth.

Pitts was selected by the Falcons with the fourth overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft out of Florida with loads of potential.