Firkser will return to the team that signed him as an undrafted free agent in 2017. He’s spent time with the Lions and most notably with the Titans where he went 26-277-1 in four seasons (2018-2021). He’ll look to provide solid depth behind Tyler Conklin.

Firkser caught just nine passes in 11 games for the Falcons last season, deployed mostly as a a blocking tight end in Atlanta's run-first offense. He managed 73 receptions and three touchdowns between 2020 and 2021 as a rotational player for the Titans. Entering his sixth NFL season, Firkser has a decent shot of making New England's final roster if the team keeps three or four tight ends. 

With Kyle Pitts active, Firkser won't be needed against the 49ers. 

An April signing, Firkser played in all three preseason games but could not beat out Parker Hesse or John FitzPatrick for a roster spot. It's possible he catches on elsewhere, but there didn't seem to be much interest in him in the offseason. Firkser has five career receiving touchdowns and has managed between 204 and 387 receiving yards in each of his first four NFL seasons.