Prestigious Midseason Honor Has Found Colts' Tyler Warren

Warren has simply been fantastic operating within Shane Steichen's offense. The rookie has put up 42 catches for 518 receiving yards and four all-purpose TDs (three receiving, one rushing).

Warren's 42 catches are good enough for fourth among all tight ends. As for his receiving yardage, he ranks second in his position.

Vacchiano concludes on Warren by stating: "In the end, Warren might not be able to keep up with the numbers of Egbuka and McMillan — and if Dart can put together a couple of big games and steal a few more wins, it might not matter anyway — but he certainly is keeping pace right now. And he does a heck of a lot more, too."

Warren was highly touted coming to Indianapolis, given his incredible 2024 season with the Nittany Lions that saw him earn the Mackey Award (best tight end in college football).

But not many could have foreseen such a huge start to his NFL career. It's fair to say that Warren doesn't look like a rookie operating on the field, but rather, a savvy veteran with plenty of experience.

While the sexy stats have to do with touchdowns and receptions as an offensive weapon, Warren is also willing to do the dirty work as a blocker in the run game.

While he isn't top-tier, he's more than serviceable, which is all a running back like Taylor needs from his tight ends.

Warren has put up a solid Pro Football Focus grade in terms of 64.5 on 160 snaps of the variety. This pairs well with Mo Alie-Cox and Drew Ogletree, both of whom are blocking specialists.

Warren isn't likely to take the Offensive Rookie of the Year award, but that isn't because of his season. The award is heavily quarterback (or receiver) driven, often not favoring any other position.

However, if Warren can continue to be as consistent as he's been, it will be difficult to keep him out of the conversation.

Warren will be counted upon against the Falcons to provide a go-to target for quarterback Daniel Jones.

Getting Warren the football will open up opportunities for the rest of the offensive weaponry, which can only help Indy get to 8-2 ahead of the bye week.