Eagles Draft Eli Stowers: Philly's New Tight End Star

0:00On April 29, Philadelphia Eagles made a slick move in the 2026 NFL Draft, grabbing former Vanderbilt Titan Eli Stowers at 54th overall in the second round. Before dropping the good news, Eagles exec Howie Roseman hit Stowers with a quick quiz on the team's past second round Titan picks, testing his. Homework on Philly Football History. Stowers nailed it by naming current star Dallas Gator, then got straight emotional as the call switched to head coach Nick Ciriani, classic draft, day vibes for a kid chasing his dream. This six foot three and three quarters, 239 pound beast, dominated as one of college balls top receiving Titans over three years, capping it with the Mackie award as nation's best in 2025, plus all American and all SEC honors. It's the career hall of 146 catches for 1,773 yards and 11 scores, including 62 grabs for, 769 yards and four touchdowns that senior year.

1:02Stowers looks prime to build on Philly's Titan legacy right away.