As NFL Draft week progresses and front offices construct their rosters, Penn State tight end Tyler Warren is turning more than just scouts’ heads—he has officially received top-level approval. Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin has finally spoken up about his versatile playmaker, and he hasn’t held back.
“Tyler Warren is the most dangerous weapon in this draft,” Franklin said at a media availability Tuesday. “No linebacker or safety in the country wanted to cover him one on one. He’s a matchup nightmare, and NFL clubs are only now finding on.”
Warren, a 6-foot-6, 256-pound athletic freak, has rapidly ascended up draft boards in recent months thanks to a remarkable blend of physicality, route-running, and red zone dominance.
As NFL Draft week progresses and front offices construct their rosters, Penn State tight end Tyler Warren is turning more than just scouts’ heads—he has officially received top-level approval. Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin has finally spoken up about his versatile playmaker, and he hasn’t held back.
“Tyler Warren is the most dangerous weapon in this draft,” Franklin said at a media availability Tuesday. “No linebacker or safety in the country wanted to cover him one on one. He’s a matchup nightmare, and NFL clubs are only now finding on.”Warren, a 6-foot-6, 256-pound athletic freak, has steadily climbed up draft boards over the past few months thanks to an impressive blend of physicality, route-running, and red zone dominance. Insiders say Warren could end up being one of the biggest steals of the 2025 draft. Franklin’s comments only add fuel to the fire. “He’s not just a tight end. He’s a chess piece,” Franklin contin.
NFL commentators have started to reflect that sentiment. ESPN’s Jordan Reid recently dubbed Warren “one of the most scheme-versatile weapons in this year’s draft,” comparing him to a hybrid between George Kittle and Dalton Kincaid.
Teams in need of offensive firepower, such as the Chargers, Texans, and even the Cowboys, are thought to have met with Warren several times during the pre-draft process. And, with tight ends becoming increasingly important in modern offenses, it’s simple to see why his stock is rising.
While Warren remains humble, assuring reporters that he’s “just focused on putting in the work,” the buzz surrounding his name has been tough to ignore.Penn State fans are now keeping a careful eye on their former star, wondering how high he will go. If Franklin’s bold remark is correct, Tyler Warren won’t be waiting long on draft night—and the club that lands him may be acquiring the most devastating weapon in the class.
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