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Tyler Warren Shines in Colts’ Preseason Debut

He converted all three targets into 40 yards, earning an 83.0 PFF grade that showcased his readiness to fill a long-vacant role for the Colts.

Overview

  • Warren was selected 14th overall in April’s NFL Draft to fill a tight end vacancy left by Jack Doyle’s 2021 retirement.
  • In his NFL preseason debut at Baltimore on August 8, he caught all three of his targets for 40 yards, including a 23-yard reception with 14 yards after the catch.
  • Pro Football Focus assigned him an 83.0 receiving grade, marking one of the highest grades among Colts players in the opener.
  • Quarterbacks Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones praised his physicality, football IQ and dependability after the game.
  • NFL.com analyst Dan Parr listed Warren as the Colts’ most pivotal rookie for 2025 and projected he could become one of the league’s best tight ends; draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah compared his potential impact to Rob Gronkowski.