Tyler Warren, just three games into his pro career, is establishing himself as one of the more physical tight ends in the NFL whether he has the ball in his hands or not.

The 2025 first-round pick's physicality comes from a preternatural toughness, but also a certain team-first mentality.

"(Being physical) is a way to show you care for your teammates, right?" Warren said. "If you're willing to be physical and you don't have the ball or you're not making a play, it's a cool thing to do."

Warren's blend of physicality, athleticism and football smarts has allowed head coach Shane Steichen and the Colts' offensive brain trust to use the Penn State product in plenty of ways so far. One notable thing here: Warren has lined up as a fullback eight times in three games, and on those eight plays,

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