Nov 30, 2024; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions tight end Tyler Warren (44) makes a catch against the Maryland Terrapins during the first quarter at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images
Tyler Warren TE Penn State | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Tyler Warren TE Penn State
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 02/07/2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.68 seconds (74%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Inline Multi-Role TE | |
| Last Updated: 02/07/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.68 seconds (74%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 87.9 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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77% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 123.1 | |
| Hands: |
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85% |
| Short Receiving: |
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95% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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96% |
| Deep Threat: |
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89% |
| Blocking: |
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58% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
1st - Mid
Overall Rank:
#14
Position rank:
#1
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| College Games: 52 College Snaps: 2067 | ||
ESPN RATING: 80/100
College Combine Results
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OVR Rank:
#41
Pos Rank:
#28
State Rank:
#7
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 88/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.6 (92%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Pat Freiermuth - Penn State |
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86% |
| Michael Mayer - Notre Dame |
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79% |
| Charlie Kolar - Iowa State |
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77% |
Draft Profile: Bio
From high school quarterback to record-setting tight end, Tyler Warren's journey exemplifies the modern evolution of the position. The 6'6", 257-pound athlete rewrote Penn State's tight end record books, finishing his career with 22 total touchdowns - the most ever by a Nittany Lion at the position. His breakthrough 2024 campaign saw him shatter single-season marks with 67 catches and 808 yards, highlighted by a historic 17-catch, 224-yard masterpiece against USC that stands as a Big Ten tight end record.Warren's athletic bloodlines and multi-sport background laid the foundation for his versatility. A four-year letterman in football, basketball, and baseball at Atlee High School, he initially starred as a dual-threat quarterback before transitioning to tight end at Penn State. His development accelerated rapidly, going from just 10 catches as a sophomore to becoming a semifinalist for both the Mackey Award and Walter Camp Player of the Year as a senior.
The first-team All-American established himself as college football's premier hybrid weapon in 2024, terrorizing defenses from multiple alignments while adding six rushing touchdowns and even a passing score. His 26-game reception streak and consistent production of explosive plays (20 catches of 20+ yards) demonstrate the weekly mismatch he created for opposing coordinators.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Exceptional spatial awareness working against zone coverage - consistently finds soft spots and presents a massive target with natural hands and catch radius that extends beyond his frame
- Dynamic weapon after the catch who gallops past defenders in the open field - long strides eat up grass quickly while maintaining balance through contact
- Former QB background shines through in football IQ - diagnoses coverage pre-snap and understands how to manipulate defenders' leverage in space
- Dangerous seam runner with acceleration to stack defenders vertically - creates separation at the stem and tracks the ball beautifully over either shoulder
- Red zone nightmare who boxes out smaller defenders and high-points throws - body control and strong hands make him nearly unstoppable on 50/50 balls
- Creative offensive weapon who can align anywhere from inline to split wide - scored rushing TDs from wildcat and even threw a TD pass this season
- Shows reliable hands in traffic and willingness to work middle of field - maintained focus through big hits on several critical third down conversions
- Natural leader who brings infectious energy and competitiveness - teammates feed off his swagger and aggressive mentality between whistles
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Still developing consistency as an inline blocker - needs to improve hand placement and leverage when matched up against true defensive ends
- Can get redirected too easily within his routes - long frame sometimes works against him when defenders get hands on him early
- Route-running lacks nuance at times - relies more on athleticism than technique to create separation against man coverage
- Will occasionally coast through routes when not primary target - effort level can dip when he knows ball isn't coming his way
- Base strength at point of attack needs development - gets overwhelmed by power rushers when asked to pass protect
Scouting Report: Summary
Having spent countless hours studying Warren's tape, his receiving ability alone warrants first-round consideration. The former quarterback's football intelligence manifests in his route adjustments and spatial awareness - he instinctively finds voids in zone coverage and maintains leverage against man. His explosive USC performance wasn't an outlier but rather a glimpse of his ceiling when schemed as a primary weapon.West Coast and spread offenses will salivate over Warren's versatility. His experience operating from multiple alignments meshes perfectly with modern 12 personnel packages that create mismatches through pre-snap motion. Run-heavy teams shouldn't overlook him either - despite raw blocking technique, his competitive toughness and willingness to stick his nose in the dirt suggest untapped potential as an inline tight end.
The tape shows a rare specimen who brings infectious swagger between the white lines. Whether he's high-pointing throws in the red zone or galloping past linebackers up the seam, Warren's natural athleticism jumps off the screen. But it's his competitive fire in crucial moments - maintaining focus through hits on third down, fighting for extra yards after contact - that truly separates him from other athletes at the position. This combination of tools and temperament makes him my TE1 in this class.
Written By:
K.C. Martinez (Big Ten)
How other scouting services rate Tyler Warren (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
19.2
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
1.0
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in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.