Eli Stowers News, Rumors, Updates - Vanderbilt Commodores

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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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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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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 9, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Plans to return to Vanderbilt Stowers plans to return to Vanderbilt for his 2025 season, Pete Thamel of ESPN reports.

Impact Projected as a mid-round selection in the 2025 NFL Draft, Stowers will forgo it to enroll at Vanderbilt again, citing "we're building something special" for Vandy. That might be the case, with the 2024 Commodores excelling more than their previous counterparts. Diego Pavia has another year of collegiate eligibility available, and he was the quarterback responsible for helping Stowers log FBS success. During their 2024 season together, the tight end recorded 49 receptions for 638 yards (13.0 averaged per reception) and five touchdowns.

JANUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores TD in bowl win Stowers reeled in all four targets for 55 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 35-27 win versus Georgia Tech.

Impact Stowers responded every time he was called up for duty, hauling in his four targets and finding the end zone. This solid outing was the ribbon for a strong year for the senior tight end, who finished the 2024 campaign with 49 catches for 638 yards and five scores.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid production in loss Stowers hauled in four of seven targets for 41 yards during Saturday's 28-7 defeat to South Carolina.

Impact Stowers has not reached 50 receiving yards since Week 8 nor has he totaled more than four receptions since. The senior tight end will look for a bounce back performance against LSU following the team's bye week.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Extends scoring streak in win Stowers reeled in 2 of 5 targets for 20 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 17-7 win against Auburn.

Impact Stowers has scored a touchdown in three consecutive games, connecting with quarterback Diego Pavia on a 4-yard pass during the fourth quarter. The senior tight end will aim to extend his scoring streak against South Carolina at home.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Stowers tallied three receptions (on five targets) for 33 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 27-24 loss versus Texas.

Impact Stowers connected with quarterback Diego Pavia on an 8-yard pass during the final minute of the fourth quarter for the first of the game and his third receiving touchdown of the year. The senior tight end has been crucial part of this offense and will look to keep the momentum rolling against Auburn on the road.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go vs. Texas Stowers (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's game against Texas.

Impact Stowers was listed as probable in Thursday's injury report, and this uptick in status means the tight end will be able to handle his regular workload in the passing game. This is excellent for Vanderbilt, as Stowers has 33 catches for 463 yards and two scores in seven contests this season.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Stowers (undisclosed) is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus Texas.

Impact Stowers appears to be trending towards playing Saturday after being upgraded to probable. The senior has 33 catches for 463 yards and two touchdowns this season and has proved multiple times he is capable of massive performances.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Texas Stowers (undisclosed) is listed as questionable for the Commodores' clash with Texas.

Impact Stowers has yet to miss a game this season; it's unclear what ailment the tight end is dealing with at this juncture. He's coming off a massive performance against Ball State, reeling in eight catches for 130 yards and a touchdown.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in win Stowers caught 8 of 10 targets for 130 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 24-14 win over Ball State.

Impact Stowers led the team in all receiving categories en route to his third game over 100 receiving yards this season. The senior tight end will look to build off this performance for Saturday's contest against Texas.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strong performance in win Stowers tallied six receptions (on seven targets) for 113 yards during Saturday's 40-35 win versus Alabama.

Impact Stowers continues to show strong chemistry with quarterback Diego Pavia as he finished with more than 100 receiving yards for the second time in his last three outings. The senior tight end led the team in receptions and will look to build on this performance for Saturday's contest against Kentucky.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Reception leader in loss Stowers gathered in 7 of 10 targets for 57 yards during Saturday's 30-27 overtime defeat against Missouri.

Impact Stowers led the team in receptions and has back-to-back games with at least seven catches. The senior tight end will hope to keep his momentum rolling in Saturday's home game against the Crimson Tide.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Stowers (undisclosed) should be good to go against Missouri and isn't listed on the injury report.

Impact Stowers' status was in doubt all week, but the tight end should be good to go against Missouri. He's coming off a huge performance, reeling in nice catches for 110 yards and a score on a whopping 17 targets. The commodores will need all the offensive firepower they can muster if they're going to upset the No. 6-ranked Tigers.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Stowers (undisclosed) is listed as probable for Saturday's game at Missouri.

Impact Stowers, who was listed as questionable on Wednesday's injury report, has been upgraded to probable Thursday. It's a great sign for the tight end to play in the SEC opener, and him being on the field would be a huge boost for the Commodores after he caught nine passes for 110 yards and a touchdown in Week 3.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Missouri Stowers (undisclosed) is listed questionable for Saturday's game against the Tigers.

Impact This comes as no surprise after Stowers missed Tuesday's practice in preparation for this week's matchup. The senior tight end is coming off an impressive performance in which he scored his first touchdown of the season. More news regarding his availability should surface in the upcoming days.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Tuesday practice Stowers (undisclosed) missed Tuesday's practice but is working towards being available, Aiden Rutman of vuhustlersports reports.

Impact Stowers is dealing with an unknown injury, but hopefully he'll be back for Saturday's big game against Missouri. The tight end's status will be monitored throughout the week, and more clarity should be disclosed in the coming days.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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