Eli Stowers
Vanderbilt

HT:
6040
WT:
225
YR:
SR
POS:
TE
OVR RK
35
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
High-End Starter Potential
OVR RK
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Eli Stowers is a former four-star quarterback turned tight end who has developed into one of college football’s most dynamic offensive mismatches. A 99th percentile athlete with a high jump background, he brings elite explosiveness, positional versatility, and after-the-catch ability. He operates primarily detached from the line of scrimmage—lining up in the slot, wing, or out wide—and creates matchup nightmares for linebackers and safeties. His body control, red-zone value, and quarterback instincts show up in scramble drills and timing-based routes, while his feel for leverage makes him a dangerous route-runner. Though he lacks ideal frame density and functional strength to be a consistent in-line blocker, Stowers has shown technical willingness and effort as a move blocker. His NFL fit is clear: a hybrid weapon for pass-heavy offenses that use motion and spacing to isolate athletic tight ends in coverage.
CEILING GRADE ANALYSIS
High-End Starter Potential (65-69)
A player expected to become a top-tier starter within their first few years. They possess strong physical tools and good technical skills but may have some limitations in their game. With development, they can reach near-elite levels and provide consistent impact at their position.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
Elite After-Catch Ability
Positional Versatility
Vertical Explosiveness
KEY WEAKNESSES
Limited In-Line Usage
Blocking Leverage
Frame Concerns
PLAYER COMPARISONS