Eli Stowers News, Rumors, Updates - Vanderbilt Commodores

Vanderbilt football's Diego Pavia, Eli Stowers named All-SEC first team The SEC announced on Dec. 9 which players from its 16 programs made the conference's postseason teams. Here's what to know.

DECEMBER 11 • NEWS-JOURNALONLINE.COM

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Strong effort in win Stowers accrued five receptions (on seven targets) for 64 yards during Saturday's 45-24 victory against Tennessee.

Impact The senior tight end remained a reliable mid-field option, finishing with more than 50 yards for the third time in the last four weeks. His ability to consistently settle into soft zones helped Diego Pavia sustain drives and his efficiency continues to trend upward. Heading into postseason play, Stowers projects as a steady floor option in PPR formats and a trustworthy chain-mover in Vanderbilt's surging offense. He closed out the regular season with 61 receptions for 765 yards and four touchdowns.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Solid performance in win Stowers hauled in all six targets for 36 yards during Saturday's 45-17 win over Kentucky.

Impact The senior tight end operated as a reliable underneath option, converting every target into positive yardage even though his average depth of target remained short. Looking ahead, Stowers' dependable hands and consistent involvement in short-to-intermediate routes provide a stable floor, especially in matchups where defenses key in on Vanderbilt's vertical threats.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Goes over 100 yards in win Stowers accrued 12 receptions (on 15 targets) for 122 yards during Saturday's 45-38 overtime win against Auburn.

Impact Stowers posted a standout receiving line, showing he's a reliable and productive target in the passing game. His high catch volume and yardage make him a consistent chain-mover and mismatch piece. Against Kentucky, Vanderbilt will likely rely on him to help sustain drives and exploit open zones.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 9 • Associated Press

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NOVEMBER 5 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Explodes in loss Stowers accrued seven receptions (on 12 targets) for 146 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 34-31 defeat versus Texas.

Impact The tight end delivered a breakout stat line, showing he's become a major receiving weapon, especially in big-play situations (including a 67-yard score). Stowers' continued emergence gives Vanderbilt an extra dimension in the passing game beyond the wide receivers and will look to build on this performance for Saturday's meeting with Auburn.

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NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

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Touchdown in win Stowers posted six receptions (on 10 targets) for 68 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 55-35 victory over Utah State.

Impact The senior tight end continues to be a dependable chain mover, posting back-to-back games with at least five catches. He hauled in a 10-yard score in the third quarter, and his consistency gives Diego Pavia a safe option which will be especially crucial in a tough matchup against Alabama on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Scores in win Stowers caught all four targets for 29 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 44-20 win against Virginia Tech.

Impact The senior tight end found the end zone on a 10-yard catch from quarterback Diego Pavia in the fourth quarter. Stowers' size and reliability in the short passing game give Vanderbilt a versatile weapon and will look for another strong outing heading into the road matchup with South Carolina.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Leading receiver in win Stowers reeled in all four targets for 86 yards during Saturday's 45-3 victory over Charleston Southern.

Impact The 6-foot-4 tight end served as the clear downfield option, averaging 21.5 yards per catch with several long gains that pushed the chains. Stowers lead the team in receiving yards and will be a key matchup test for Virginia Tech's secondary next week.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Productive on limited snaps Stowers (undisclosed) caught all four targets for 86 yards during Saturday's 45-3 win against Charleston Southern.

Impact Stowers was limited against Charleston Southern as expected, logging just 19 total snaps on the day. The 6-foot-4 senior made the most of his opportunities, however, hauling in all four of his targets four 86 yards, leading the team in yards on the day. Stowers is expected to be one of the top tight ends in the country heading into the 2025 season and certainly looked the part on Saturday, albeit against less-than-stellar competition. His next test will come against Virginia Tech on Saturday.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

May be on limited snap count Stowers (undisclosed) is expected to start, but he may be on a limited snap count during Saturday's opener against Charleston Southern, Joey Dwyer of Sports Illustrated reports.

Impact Stowers was spotted participating in pregame warmups, but his recent limitations in fall camp lead program insiders to believe he may be on a limited snap count. The 6-foot-4 graduate student is coming off a standout season with the Commodores in which he tallied 49 receptions for 638 yards and five touchdowns in 13 games. If Stowers isn't 100 percent, Vanderbilt might hesitate to deploy him every snap in what figures to be a lopsided game.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for season opener Head coach Clark Lea revealed that Stowers (undisclosed) is probable for Vanderbilt's season opener against Charleston Southern, per Aria Gerson of The Tennessean.

Impact Stowers was previously sidelined in spring ball due to an undisclosed injury but appeared to be ready to go in early August. Though Lea didn't reveal the details of the injury, it seems minor and isn't expected to affect Stowers' availbility for Saturday. The 6-foot-4 tight end was a productive force for the Commodores in 2024, catching 49 passes for 638 yards and five touchdowns.

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AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

Full go in practice Stowers (undisclosed) has returned to practice for Vanderbilt on Friday, per Joey Dwyer of Sports Illustrated.

Impact Stowers has returned to practice for the Commodores, a major boost for a Vanderbilt offense expected to feature him as its top receiving threat. The standout tight end enters the season with high expectations and could emerge as one of the nation's best at his position.

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Sits out during spring ball Stowers (undisclosed) was held out of Vanderbilt's spring practices due to injury, Aria Gerson of The Nashville Tennessean reports.

Impact Stowers is expected to return to practice during fall camp, but he was held out from spring ball due to injury. The 6-foot-4 graduate student, who tallied 49 receptions for 638 yards and five touchdowns across 13 games last season, projects to be the Commodores top option at tight end once again this season.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

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