Chamon Metayer


Chamon Metayer is an American football tight end for the Arizona State Sun Devils. He previously played for the Cincinnati Bearcats and for the Colorado Buffaloes.

Early life and high school

Metayer attended Miami Northwestern Senior High School in Miami, Florida. Coming out of high school, he was rated as a three-star recruit and committed to play college football for the Miami Hurricanes. However, Metayer ultimately de-committed and sign to play for the Cincinnati Bearcats.

College career

Cincinnati

In week 5 of the 2023 season, he recorded three receptions for 59 yards and two touchdowns in a loss versus BYU. In three years as a Bearcat from 2021 to 2023, he totaled 29 catches for 290 yards and five touchdowns, while also recording 27 rushing yards. After the 2023 season, he entered his name into the NCAA transfer portal.

Colorado

Metayer initially transferred to play for the Colorado Buffaloes, but after enrolling and going through spring practices he re-entered the transfer portal.

Arizona State

Metayer then transferred to play for the Arizona State Sun Devils. In 2024, he notched 32 receptions for 306 yards and five touchdowns. Ahead of the 2025 season, Metayer was named to the Preseason John Mackey Award watchlist. In week 3 of the 2025 season, Metayer hauled in six passes for 60 yards and a touchdown in a victory over Texas State. After the 2025 season, he declared for the 2026 NFL draft.