In a move that has NFL analysts buzzing, the Indianapolis Colts selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren with the 14th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Warren, who was widely projected as a potential top 10 selection, experienced an unexpected slide down the draft board before Indianapolis stopped his fall, addressing one of their most significant offensive needs.
Social media erupted with reactions following the selection with numerous football insiders weighing in on what many consider a draft-day steal for the Colts. Warren becomes the first Penn State tight end since 1995 to be selected in the first round of the NFL Draft and just the third in program history, marking a significant milestone for both the player and the university’s football program.
Tyler Warren Fills Crucial Need in Shane Steichen’s Offense
The Colts’ pursuit of a legitimate tight end weapon has been relentless in recent seasons. Jeff Mueller, PT, DPT highlighted this on social media: “People will likely want to fade this landing spot. IND has looked tirelessly for a legit tight end and weapon. They finally land one with Tyler Warren and will absolutely utilize him.”
People will likely want to fade this landing spot.
IND has looked tirelessly for a legit tight end and weapon. They finally land one with Tyler Warren and will absolutely utilize him.
The hope is that Daniel Jones is QB though, which… presents another issue. https://t.co/ePhH2VEDBT
— Jeff Mueller, PT, DPT (@jmthrivept) April 25, 2025
Warren’s production at Penn State speaks for itself, accumulating 104 receptions, 1,233 yards, and eight touchdowns during his final collegiate season. These impressive numbers address a glaring weakness for Indianapolis, whose tight end unit ranked as the NFL’s second-least productive in 2024.
While Warren represents an immediate upgrade at tight end, questions about who will be throwing him the ball remain prevalent in social media discussions. Mueller’s post continued: “The hope is that Daniel Jones is QB though, which… presents another issue.”
An X user stated: “Warren is a steal for the Colts at 14.” Another user then posed the provocative question in response: “Is Tyler Warren the best QB on the Colts roster?” referencing Warren’s occasional usage in wildcat formations at Penn State.
Another user’s reaction captured the optimism surrounding Warren’s fit in head coach Shane Steichen’s offensive system: “Tyler Warren with Shane Steichen has a LOT of potential.”
Warren’s dual-threat capabilities as both a blocker and receiver make him particularly valuable in Steichen’s scheme. The versatile tight end could provide a reliable middle-of-field target for whoever emerges as Indianapolis’ starting quarterback.
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The selection of Warren addresses one of Indianapolis’ most pressing offensive needs, even as questions remain about their quarterback situation heading into the 2025 season. As a user noted on social media: “Tyler Warren is poised for a MASSIVE rookie season if the Colts can just find a way to trade for a professional quarterback.”
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