When Indianapolis Colts’ general manager Chris Ballard selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren in the 2025 NFL draft, he tried mightily to keep his obvious enthusiasm in check. He almost succeeded.
“The last time I felt that good about a pick, it was Quenton.” He was referring to his 2018 first-round pick, Quenton Nelson, who has been to the Pro Bowl in each of his seven seasons and first or second team All-Pro in five. “He’s a unique player,” Ballard said, "and Shane will find unique ways to use him.”
Four games into the 2025 season, Ballard’s prediction appears to be coming true.