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Tyler Warren
TE · IND

Tyler Warren

Position TE
Team IND
Bye Week 13
PPR Rank #54

Tyler Warren

NFL player. Position: TE. Team: IND.

Quick Facts

  • Position: TE
  • Team: IND (Indianapolis Colts)
  • Bye week (2026): 13
  • FantasyPros PPR rank (pulled 2026-05-21): 54

2026 Outlook

Year 1 breakout who finished with 700+ receiving yards and 4+ TDs as a rookie, becoming fantasy relevant in 2025. Part of recent tight end class (alongside Brock Bowers, Colston Loveland, Sam LaPorta, Harold Fannin) that bucked the trend of slow Year 1 transitions at the position. (per 2026 NFL Draft Value Picks Who Could be Fantasy Football Sleepers) With Pittman Jr. moving to Steelers, target volume should open up; ranked TE4 by Justin Boone in May 2026 (per 2026 Fantasy Football TE Rankings May Update: Justin Boone's top tight ends).

Warren demonstrated elite efficiency as a rookie: he finished second among all tight ends in yards-after-catch, a valuable skill for identifying sustainable breakout candidates. With Daniel Jones potentially less mobile after his ACL injury, the Colts' quick-game emphasis should play to Warren's YAC strengths. He led the Colts in targets as a rookie (112), with Pittman (111), Josh Downs (88), and Pierce (84) following—removing Pittman alone frees major volume for Warren to dominate targets. Expert consensus: Warren is positioned to become an elite fantasy tight end if he carves out more volume in 2026, with TE4 redraft rank representing a significant upside opportunity. (per Fantasy Football: These 2 sophomores 'haven't even come close to their ceilings' —...)

The 2026 TE class is relatively flat at the top—no true blue-chip superstar, but the top five prospects (including Warren) sit tightly bunched together with separation often coming down to scheme fit. (per 2026 NFL Draft Class By Position: Tight End)

As Warren heads into 2026 preparation, coach Shane Steichen notes he's been "working on his body and getting into great physical shape," showing continued development in route-running and decision-making in practice. Steichen expects the next steps in Warren's development will show itself on the field. (per Colts' Tyler Warren: To maintain key role in Year 2)

Fantasy Footballers TE elite tier (Aug 21): Fantasy Footballers Podcast analysis groups Warren among the elite tight end options entering 2026 alongside Brock Bowers, Trey McBride, and Colston Loveland. His Year 2 breakout potential with added targets from the Pittman trade makes him an elite target in early mock drafts. (per 10 Tips and Tricks to Win Your League 2026 (Fantasy Football) - Fantasy Footballers Podcast)

August 27 – Outstanding training camp performance: Warren emerged as one of the Colts' best offensive weapons during training camp, alongside Josh Downs. The strong showing validates his breakout projection and signals the Colts' clear intention to feature him as a primary beneficiary of the Pittman trade's 111-target vacancy. His continued involvement in team periods and red-zone opportunities confirm his secure hold on the TE1 position (per Colts' Josh Downs Gets Candid on Injury, Expectations for Season).

Yahoo breakout consensus (Aug 12): Positioned as TE4 breakout candidate with elite upside and "haven't even come close to ceilings" potential alongside Loveland. Expert Justin Boone cites Warren's elite yards-after-catch ability (second among all TEs as rookie) and clear target volume unlocking with Pittman's departure. Pittman's exit to Steelers frees up volume for Warren, Alec Pierce, and Josh Downs—but Warren's talent positions him to absorb bulk of that opportunity. Ranked TE4 redraft, positioned as "Tucker Kraft archetype"—young tight end with elite YAC ability who could become one of the top two targets in his offense. (per Fantasy Football: 2 sophomores who 'haven't even come close to their ceilings' among TE breakout candidates for 2026)

Role / Depth Chart

Starting TE for Colts. Yahoo Sports' Justin Boone (two-time FantasyPros Most Accurate Expert) moved Warren to TE4 in his June rankings. Boone notes that with Michael Pittman Jr. now playing for Steelers, there's "a clear opportunity for Warren, Alec Pierce and Josh Downs to earn more targets." Boone highlights that "Warren has the talent to be an elite fantasy tight end if he can carve out more volume" and emphasizes the tight end isn't "being talked about enough" despite his opportunity. Warren is positioned as an underrated target gain from the Pittman trade, with fantasy managers focused more on the receiver upgrades but potentially missing the tight end volume unlock (per 2026 Fantasy Football TE Rankings June Update: Justin Boone's top tight ends).

Injury Status

August 20: Mild groin strain suffered during practice on Aug 19. Expected to miss about one week of action, with no concerns for Week 1 availability. (per Tyler Warren mild groin strain — week out for Colts) Mo Alie-Cox is the backup TE on the depth chart.

July 29 training camp opening: Warren opened camp sharply, catching his first two passes from Daniel Jones in 11-on-11 drills. Both completions came over the middle and included a touchdown on a wheel route. Warren's immediate involvement in Jones' first team rotation signals the Colts' intention to feature him heavily with the Pittman departure—early camp performance validates the breakout projection. (per What is the Colts' training camp news, rumors today? Live NFL Colts camp updates - IndyStar)

Minicamp (June 9-11) confirmed Warren as clear TE1 for Colts with TE room largely unchanged from prior year. Will Mallory fighting for 4th TE spot behind Warren, Mo Alie-Cox, and Drew Ogletree; no mystery in the tight end rotation. Warren's role is secure as primary target beneficiary of Pittman trade (per 11 position battles to watch during Colts' minicamp practices).

Recent News

Open Questions

(scoped to this player — pulled from Fantasy Football Open Questions)

Coaches shaping Tyler's role

Shane SteichenHead CoachJim Bob CooterOffensive CoordinatorAlex TanneyPassing Game CoordinatorChris HewittPass Game Coordinator / Secondary CoachChris WattAssistant Offensive LineTom ManningTight Ends CoachTony Sparano Jr.Offensive Line

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