Not only this, but Warren was named PFF’s ‘Rookie of the Week,’ while Goncalves was part of a Colts unit that was named ‘Offensive Line of the Week’:
> You could make a strong case for at least three players to earn this recognition, but Warren gets the nod. The 14th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft led the Colts in targets, and his 3.17 yards per route run ranks second among tight ends this week, trailing only Brock Bowers.
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> The Colts dominated the Dolphins up front, setting the tone early. They allowed just five pressures on 33 dropbacks, with no offensive lineman surrendering more than one. They were solid on the ground as well, averaging 3.9 yards per carry.
It only seems right (as barring the Monday Night Football game), Warren will finish Week 1 as PFF’s highest graded rookie. He led the Colts with 9 targets for 76 receiving yards on 7 receptions (10.9 ypc. avg.). He also had one carry for 3 yards, lined up at fullback in short yardage situationally.
Warren was a breath of fresh air, as a rare Colts receiving tight end that they seemingly haven’t had in years who the opposing defense has to account for featuring special versatility and the ability to make plays all over the field, with his surprising quickness, sure hands, and tremendous physicality:
> “Just the physicality. He’s an old school, throwback freaking baller is what he is,” Colts head coach Shane Steichen commented on Warren’s debut pro performance postgame following Sunday’s Week 1 win.
Meanwhile, new 2nd-year starting right guard Matt Goncalves may as well have been a seasoned veteran out there. Last year’s top swing-tackle as a rookie is currently PFF’s 4th highest graded guard with a +76.8 overall grade—highlighted by a +83.1 pass blocking grade.
Specifically, in 34 total pass blocking snaps, Goncalves allowed just 1 QB pressure.
This is some great national recognition for some young Colts and hopefully they can keep the momentum going!
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