Chase Sowell


Chase Sowell is an American football wide receiver for the Penn State Nittany Lions. He previously played for the Colorado Buffaloes, the East Carolina Pirates, and the Iowa State Cyclones.

Early life and high school

Sowell attended Atascocita High School in Atascocita, Texas. He committed to play college football for the Colorado Buffaloes over offers from other schools such as Northern Iowa, Incarnate Word, UTSA, and Sam Houston.

College career

Colorado

As a freshman in 2022, Sowell appeared in three games with one start, bringing in two passes for 23 yards. After the conclusion of the season, he entered the NCAA transfer portal.

East Carolina

Sowell transferred to play for the East Carolina Pirates. In 2023, he recorded 47 receptions for 622 yards and a touchdown. During the 2024 season, Sowell totaled 34 catches for 678 yards and three touchdowns in nine games. After the season, he again entered the transfer portal.

Iowa State

Sowell transferred to play for the Iowa State Cyclones. In week 5 of the 2025 season, he hauled in four passes for 146 yards in a win over Arizona Wildcats. In week 7, he hauled in two passes for 25 yards in a loss to Colorado. Sowell finished the 2025 season with 32 receptions for 500 yards and two touchdowns. After the season, he once again entered the transfer portal.