The Indianapolis Colts found one of the NFL’s most productive rookie tight ends in Tyler Warren last season, and Bleacher Report believes his second year could bring an even bigger payoff for fantasy football managers.
Bleacher Report’s Alex Kaynamed Warren one of five potential “league winners” for the 2026 fantasy season.
"While Brock Bowers, Trey McBride and Colston Loveland all have the potential to put up massive numbers, the burgeoning Indianapolis superstar is the strongest bet to finish as the 2026 TE1," Kay wrote.
Warren already set a high baseline as a rookie. He caught 76 passes for 817 yards and four touchdowns in 17 games, setting the Colts’ franchise record for receiving yards by a rookie tight end. He also added a rushing touchdown while
showing the versatility that made him the No. 14 overall pick in 2025.
Kay noted Warren finished as the TE4 in PPR scoring despite Indianapolis’ offense losing momentum late in the year. Warren averaged 13.6 fantasy points through the first 10 weeks before his production dipped after the bye.
There should be room for his target share to rise in 2026. Michael Pittman Jr.’s departure opened up 110 targets from last season, and Warren already proved he can handle a featured role.
Warren is being drafted fourth among tight ends, but Bleacher Report sees him outperforming that slot to become a prime difference-maker in fantasy football.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Colts TE Tyler Warren named fantasy football ‘league winner’ for 2026
