For the second time in nine drafts in the Sean McVay era, the Los Angeles Rams own their first-round draft pick. One of the biggest questions has been around the possibility of a trade. Rams general manager, Les Snead has called the back third of the first round of the draft, ‘purgatory.’ This makes the possibility of the Rams trading out of 26 seem all the more likely. But will they trade back or trade up?
In a recent episode of the Rams Skinny, the hosts discussed that possibility. Just last season the Rams infamously attempted to trade up for, what would have been an incredible addition, tight end Brock Bowers. Tyler Warren is being talked about in a similar light as Bowers.
Co-host and LAFB USC beat writer, Ryan Dyrud, was asked if Warren was a prospect, like Bowers, the Rams should trade up for;
“When you see things live especially the Press Box where you have more of a bird’s eye view I feel you can sometimes evaluate more than even just what you see on TV when Penn State came to the Coliseum last year in that thrilling overtime loss for the Trojans Tyler Warren had 17 catches like 245 yards and a touchdown. His touchdown he lined up as center it was like a really weird play I was asking guys in the press box ‘how is that not like a legal formation?” As the center snapped the ball and then he’s the one that caught the touchdown.”
Should The Los Angeles Rams Trade Up For This Year’s Brock Bowers?
Dyrud then discusses what the Rams would have to give up to trade up to the range that Warren is most likely to go.
“But what he did to the Trojans and may be able to see it live it gives me that much more confidence that yeah like this dude is really special because he has all the traits but I think he’ll be gone at 26. But to answer your question, trading up for a Tyler Warren, I think you could get up to that maybe where he would go which is in probably the same Brock Bowers range Bowers went what 10 last year, I think. You could get up to that 10 to 15 range with 26 and maybe next year’s first would do it and I think that’d be worth it.”
Warren projects as an exceptionally versatile player in the 2025 draft, possessing the size, athleticism, and competitive drive to excel in a variety of roles. He exudes a confident, “best player on the field” mentality, consistently making his presence felt. His alignment versatility allows offensive coordinators to exploit defensive weaknesses, creating numerous playmaking opportunities.
Despite his substantial size, Warren demonstrates surprising quickness, enabling him to defeat man coverage in short-yardage situations and effectively identify openings in zone coverage. He displays reliable hands and toughness, winning contested catches and absorbing significant contact. While capable as a lead or move blocker, he could refine his ability to sustain blocks when operating in-line. His receiving skills are effective across all three levels of the field, though he particularly thrives in short and intermediate routes.
Warren’s exceptional character and contagious confidence are significant assets. With continued development, he has the potential to become one of the premier tight ends in the NFL.
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