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News: 1 day agoWarren is listed as the lone starting tight end on the Colts' initial preseason depth chart.

Spin: The preseason depth charts may not mean much, but there are other indicators of Warren handling a large role right away rather than being eased into things. Colts offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter said Friday that he wants to "try a bunch of different stuff" with Warren and "give him a bunch of shots at a bunch of different aspects of playing offensive football," per The Associated Press. The 14th overall pick likely will get playing time in Thursday's preseason opener against Baltimore, as QBs Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones both are scheduled to play (amid their competition for the starting job).

ESPN Fantasy Projection: Warren was selected by the Colts in the first round of April's draft. Much like Brock Bowers one year ago, Warren is an elite tight end prospect who could eventually emerge as one of the best in the game. He handled a 32% target share at Penn State last season, which allowed a 104-1,233-8 receiving line in 16 games. His 2.84 YPRR was second best in this TE class, and he added 26-218-4 as a rusher. He has the size, athleticism and receiving ability to post top-end numbers, though his stats could be limited in the short term as he works in a Colts offense that is unfriendly to pass catchers due to uncertainty at quarterback. Warren is a terrific dynasty hold, but is best viewed as a late-round lottery ticket in 2025 drafts.