I left the NFL combine thinking the gap between Warren and Loveland is much smaller than some believe. In fact, there may be no gap at all.

Jordan Reid of ESPN points out that the Colts are in need of a tight end with Mo-Allie Cox set to become a free agent, touting Loveland as a “glorified big receiver who transitions in and out of breaks with ease while showing excellent hands.”

The Colston pick is a change from Kiper's first mock draft that had Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty falling to Denver. Kiper's latest mock now has Jeanty going off the board at No. 6 overall to the Las Vegas Raiders.

Colston Loveland is considered one of the top TEs in the 2025 NFL draft, and the Broncos met with him at the combine.

Seemingly every mock draft has the Colts taking Tyler Warren. Here's a reason they might not: Colston Loveland

The tight end position is a major need for the Indianapolis Colts this offseason. As GM Chris Ballard said, they need a greater passing game presence. The top tight ends in this year's draft class inc

Pushing the Pile - Official 2025 NFL Draft Tight End Rankings- Scouting TEs from Colston Loveland to Tyler Warren

The NFL Scouting Combine is a massive event for the 2025 NFL Draft process, as teams get the chance to get an up-close look at the top prospects both on and off the field. But it is also big for those who cover the NFL,