When you share a name and DNA with a Hall of Fame quarterback, the expectations are sky-high—but E.J. Warner is carving his own path, one tryout at a time.
The son of Rams legend Kurt Warner went undrafted out of Fresno State this year, but that hasn't stopped him from chasing the NFL dream. Following in his father's footsteps, Warner is taking the undrafted route, hoping to turn an open tryout into a roster spot.
So far, two AFC West teams are giving him a serious look. Over the weekend, the Kansas City Chiefs brought Warner in for their rookie minicamp. Now, the Denver Broncos are following suit. According to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo, Warner has accepted an invite to Denver's rookie minicamp this week, where he'll aim to impress head coach Sean Payton and the Broncos' staff.
It's a classic underdog story with a modern twist—Andy Reid and Sean Payton, two of the league's most respected offensive minds, getting an up-close look at the son of a Super Bowl MVP.
Warner's college journey was a tour of three programs: He started at Temple, then transferred to Rice in 2024, and finished at Fresno State last season. Over his collegiate career, he threw for 10,844 yards and 71 touchdowns, though 48 interceptions show there's room for growth. At around 6 feet tall and 200 pounds, he's considered undersized, but that hasn't stopped teams from taking a chance on a QB with pedigree and poise.
For fans who love a good legacy story—and a reminder that the right gear can help you perform at your best—Warner's journey is one to watch. Whether he's wearing Chiefs red or Broncos orange, his next step could be a big one.
