Penn State’s Tyler Warren Wins 2024 John Mackey Award
UNIVERSITY PARK, PA – December 12, 2024 — Penn State tight end Tyler Warren has been named the recipient of the 2024 John Mackey Award, honoring him as the nation’s most outstanding collegiate tight end. Warren becomes the first player in Penn State history to receive this prestigious award. (John Mackey Award – National College Football Awards Association)
Warren’s standout season featured 104 receptions for 1,233 yards and eight touchdowns, averaging 11.9 yards per catch. His versatility was further demonstrated by completing 3-of-5 pass attempts for 35 yards and a touchdown. (John Mackey Award Winners – Sports-Reference.com, Penn State’s Tyler Warren wins John Mackey Award – WGAL Channel 8)
The John Mackey Award, established in 2000, is presented annually to the tight end who best exemplifies the play, sportsmanship, academics, and community values of Pro Football Hall of Fame tight end John Mackey. (John Mackey Award – Wikipedia)
Warren was selected over fellow finalists Harold Fannin Jr. of Bowling Green and Colston Loveland of Michigan. (2024 College Football Award Winners: Who Took The Top Honors?)
Warren’s achievement adds to Penn State’s rich football legacy and sets a new standard for future tight ends in the program.
(The 2024 John Mackey Award recipient)
