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#9 Eli Stowers
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As a Graduate (2024)
• Named to college football Freaks List by The Athletic
Prior to Vandy
• Played the 2023 season at New Mexico State after two years at Texas A&M (2021-22)
• Honorable mention All-Conference USA in 2023
• Grabbed 35 receptions for 366 yards and two touchdowns in 2023, while adding 29 rushes for 113 yards and two scores on the ground
• Also completed four passes for 99 yards and a touchdown
• Four receptions for 48 yards and a touchdown in win at Auburn, New Mexico State’s first-ever victory over an SEC team
• Rated among Pro Football Focus’ top-20 tight ends in overall grade and receiving grade despite ranking 184th in snaps
• Played in five games over two seasons at Texas A&M as a reserve quarterback
The Stowers File
• Four-star prospect as a quarterback per 247Sports, Rivals and ESPN
• All-district selection as a senior at Denton Guyer, helped team to state semifinals
• Second-team all-state pick as a junior and Texas District 5-6A Co-Offensive MVP
• Led Guyer to state championship game as a junior
• Played for coach Rodney Webb at Denton Guyer High School
• Also competed in track and field during prep career
• Won the 2019 Texas 6A high jump state title