Tyler Warren is an American professional football tight end for the Indianapolis Colts, who selected him with the 14th overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft. A native of Mechanicsville, Virginia, he was a standout high school quarterback before transitioning to tight end and fullback at Penn State, where he tied a college football record with 17 receptions in a single game against USC. His stellar 2024 season culminated in winning the prestigious John Mackey Award as the nation's top tight end. Warren made an immediate impact in his rookie year, earning Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week honors in Week 2 and leading all tight ends in receiving yards through the first eight weeks. He finished the 2025 season with an impressive 76 receptions for 817 yards and four touchdowns, even serving as the Colts' emergency quarterback. His versatility and rapid success have quickly established him as a dynamic playmaker in the NFL.