Eli Stowers
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Career Summary
Eli Stowers is a Philadelphia Eagles tight end and former Vanderbilt standout.
Philadelphia selected Stowers in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft after he won the John Mackey Award at Vanderbilt.
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Early Life
Stowers grew up in a family with a college-sports background.
He began playing football at age four with his father coaching. His father, Donald, played defensive back at New Mexico State, and his mother, Tina, played volleyball at Baylor.
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High School
Stowers was a multisport athlete at Denton Guyer High School in Texas.
He became the varsity starting quarterback as a sophomore and also competed in basketball and track. He won a Texas Class 6A high-jump title with a jump of 6 feet, 10 inches.
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College Career
Stowers moved from quarterback to tight end during a college career spanning three programs.
After two seasons at Texas A&M, he transferred to New Mexico State in 2023 and transitioned to tight end. He subsequently followed offensive coordinator Tim Beck to Vanderbilt.
He caught 49 passes for 638 yards and five touchdowns in 2024, then 62 for 769 yards and four touchdowns in 2025.
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Path to the NFL
The Eagles selected Stowers with the 54th overall pick in 2026.
At the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, he set tight-end records with an 11-foot, 3-inch broad jump and a 45.5-inch vertical jump.
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NFL Career
Stowers signed his rookie contract with Philadelphia in May 2026.
The four-year agreement was announced May 18. On September 12, the Eagles placed him on injured reserve with quadriceps and hamstring injuries.
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Career Accomplishments
Stowers earned major athletic and academic honors at Vanderbilt.
His 2025 honors included the John Mackey Award, the William V. Campbell Trophy and first-team Associated Press All-America recognition.
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Playing Style
Philadelphia viewed Stowers as a receiving tight end with mismatch potential.
Discussing the draft selection, head coach Nick Sirianni highlighted his hands, speed, quickness and ability to gain yards after the catch.
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