Rams Scout Versatile TE Stowers for Draft

0:00On April 7th, the Los Angeles Rams are scouting one of the top tight-end prospects for the 2026 draft, Vanderbilt's Eli Stowers. This 6'4, 239-pound playmaker, just won the John Mackey Award as the nation's best tight-end after a senior season with. 62 catches for 769 yards and four touchdowns. The Rams met with him recently, per NFL Network's Ian Rappaport, eyeing his skills as both a receiver and tied-end. Stowers switched from quarterback in high school to tight-end in college, bringing serious athleticism with a 4.5-140 yard dash and a massive 45.5-inch vertical jump. He's still sharpening his blocking, but his big slot receiver style makes him a mismatch nightmare. Rams fans know the team loves unique weapons, even if they don't desperately need tight-end depth right now. Coach Sean McVeigh could deploy Stowers alongside stars like the Vante Adams, Puka Nakua, and their 2025 second-round tight-end Terrence, Ferguson for some wild offensive looks.

1:07He's generating buzz as a versatile tool, but most project him as a day-to-pick, so the Rams might circle back in the second round. That versatility could shake up their attack, come draft time, keep an eye on how this plays out.