Tyler Warren Sits Out Wednesday With Groin Injury Ahead of Vikings
The Colts' rookie receptions leader (30 catches, 213 yards, 2 TDs) was a non-participant, but Shane Steichen says he's progressing well.
Groin kept him out Wednesday; track Thursday's report before locking him in.
- Warren leads Colts with 30 receptions
- 213 receiving yards, 2 TDs on the season
- Also has a rushing TD on 6 yards
- Non-participant on Wednesday's injury report
- Colts host Minnesota on Sunday
Tyler Warren's name sat at the top of Indianapolis' first injury report of the week — and not in the good way. The rookie tight end was a full non-participant Wednesday with a groin issue as the Colts prep for Sunday's matchup with Minnesota. For a player who already leads the team with 30 catches for 213 yards and two touchdowns, any missed reps are worth your attention.
The tone from the sideline was cautiously upbeat. Head coach Shane Steichen said Warren is progressing well, but pointed everyone to the official injury report before drawing conclusions. That's coachspeak for "we'll see," and it means Thursday and Friday's participation levels matter a lot more than this single DNP.
Why Warren Matters To Your Lineup
Warren has quietly become a real part of the Indianapolis passing game, not just a touchdown-dependent dart throw. The 30 receptions lead the roster, and he's even chipped in a rushing score on six yards. At the tight end position — where weekly target floors are gold — that volume is exactly what you want on your roster.
The broader Colts injury report is ugly, especially the secondary. Jonathan Taylor (our #8 RB, #21 overall; 119 PPR points through six games in 2026) was limited for rest purposes, so no panic there. The bigger names in the trainer's room are on defense, which doesn't move your fantasy needle but does hint at a potentially shootout-friendly script if Indy's corners can't go.
The Fantasy Call
Don't drop Warren, and don't overreact to a Wednesday non-participant tag — it's common for veterans and rookies alike to get a rest day early in the week when managing a soft-tissue issue. Groins can linger, though, so if you're leaning on him as your TE1, line up a streaming backup just in case. Watch Thursday's report closely; a limited session midweek would ease most of the worry heading into Sunday.
