A popular pick in mock drafts for the Colts is TE Tyler Warren. Here is a look at why, along with some highlights of his.
Penn State tight end Tyler Warren is a very popular pick in mock drafts for the Indianapolis Colts, and it’s quite easy to see why.
As GM Chris Ballard said after the 2024 season, and as we all saw, the Colts need a greater pass-catching presence at the tight end position. Warren can provide that, totaling over 1,200 yards last season. However, his impact goes well beyond the passing game.
“Our inability to control the middle of the field,” said Ballard, “which we’ve gotta be able to do, I’ve got to be able to give Shane [Steichen] and them a guy that can really control the middle of the field, that teams have to account for and defend.”
Warren brings a well-rounded skill set to the NFL. He can attack different levels of the field, he’s able to line up across the formation and is a very capable run-blocker. When an offense has that ability at the tight end position, it adds a layer of unpredictability to that unit because that player can fill so many roles. This can then not only create opportunities for the tight end to exploit, but others within the offense as well.
The big question when it comes to Warren and the Colts is whether or not he will be on the board when Indianapolis is on the clock. It’s not only the Colts who would benefit from Warren’s do-it-all presence on offense, and overall, Warren is widely considered a top-10 prospect in this year’s draft.
For more on Warren, here is some of what Lance Zierlein had to say in his pre-draft scouting report:
“The ultimate “whatever, whenever” player in the 2025 draft with the size, athleticism and competitive spirit to make good on his intentions. Warren plays with swagger and “best player on the field” energy. He imprints on games with alignment versatility, allowing opportunities for play-callers to stress the defense. Despite his size, he’s quick enough to beat man coverage underneath and plays with good recognition of holes in coverage. He has the ball skills and toughness to win contested catches and withstand punishing contact. He’s very capable as a lead/move blocker but will need a little improvement at sustaining blocks when blocking in-line.”
Below, you can find highlights of Warren from his time at Penn State:
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