The Los Angeles Rams did not receive terrific production from the tight end position throughout the 2024 season. Colby Parkinson led the position group in receiving yards with just 294, ranking fifth on the offense in that category. Tyler Higbee missed the majority of the campaign while recovering from a 2023 torn ACL and MCL injury.
General manager Les Snead could consider using the No. 26 overall selection in the 2025 NFL draft on a tight end. With Cooper Kupp being a potential offseason cap casualty, Sean McVay needs another weapon on offense. That doesn’t necessarily have to be a wide receiver.
We’ve identified three tight end prospects worth targeting with the Rams’ 26th overall pick.
Tyler Warren | Penn State
Tyler Warren might be the Rams’ preference at 26, but the deep postseason run likely takes them out of the running for his services. Warren was outstanding at Penn State this campaign, showcasing an athletic skill-set. It’s worth noting the Rams nearly traded up for Brock Bowers during the 2024 NFL draft, so perhaps Snead will consider getting aggressive in pursuit of the Nittany Lions standout.
Colston Loveland | Michigan
Colston Loveland entered the 2024 college football campaign as the perceived TE1, but Michigan’s lackluster passing attack held him back from reaching expectations. That makes Loveland a complicated evaluation throughout the pre-draft process, but he’s still an intriguing dual-threat tight end, capable of both flexing out wide, and playing in-line. McVay appreciates versatility at the position.
Harold Fannin Jr. | Bowling Green
No. 26 may be considered rich for Harold Fannin Jr., but that’s not necessarily the case when considering his accolades. Fannin Jr. set FBS single-season records for a tight end in receptions (117) and receiving yards (1,555). He projects as a pass-catching workhorse.
