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Jerreth Sterns (born July 1, 1999) is an American professional football wide receiver for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football at Houston Baptist before transferring to Western Kentucky.

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Early life

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Sterns went to Waxahachie High School. As a senior, Sterns caught 8 touchdown passes for 956 yards. He was rated as a 2-star recruit and the 374th best player in the state of Texas according to 247 Sports.[1] Sterns was originally committed to Army but he decommitted and flipped to Houston Baptist.[2]

College career

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Houston Baptist

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Sterns played in 11 games as a freshman. He recorded four receiving touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. His first career touchdown came against SMU.[3]

In the 2019 season, Sterns recorded ten total touchdowns on 867 receiving yards in 12 games as a sophomore. In a game against Lamar, he would have three touchdown receptions.[3]

In 2020, during a shortened four-game season, Sterns would have five touchdowns and 454 yards. In 27 games with Houston Baptist, Sterns would record 18 touchdowns on 220 receptions for 1,971 yards.[3] On December 14, 2020, Sterns along with HBU quarterback Bailey Zappe announced their decision to transfer after the 2020 season.[4]

Western Kentucky

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On December 18, 2020, Sterns announced he would be transferring to Western Kentucky following former Houston Baptist OC Zach Kittley and quarterback Bailey Zappe.[5] Sterns played in all of Western Kentucky's 14 games posting career highs of 17 touchdowns and 1,902 receiving yards on 150 catches. Sterns was the NCAA's leader in receiving yards, receptions and was tied for most receiving touchdowns.[6] Behind Sterns and Zappe, the Hilltoppers won the Boca Raton Bowl and earned a spot in the C-USA Championship Game. On December 19, 2021, Sterns announced he would be declaring for the 2022 NFL draft.[7]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
5 ft 7+38 in
(1.71 m)
183 lb
(83 kg)
30+18 in
(0.77 m)
9 in
(0.23 m)
4.62 s 1.60 s 2.62 s 4.14 s 6.80 s 40.0 in
(1.02 m)
9 ft 11 in
(3.02 m)
12 reps
All values from Pro Day[8]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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Sterns signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2022.[9] He was waived on August 30, 2022.[10]

Los Angeles Rams

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On December 22, 2022, Sterns signed with the practice squad of the Los Angeles Rams.[11] He signed a reserve/futures contract on January 9, 2023.[12]

On March 10, 2023, Sterns was waived by the Los Angeles Rams.[13]

Saskatchewan Roughriders

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On July 3, 2023, he signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League.[14][15] On August 6, Sterns made his professional debut, totaling seven receptions for 71 yards, being named the Breakout Player of the Week.[16] On August 20, Sterns recorded his first career touchdown, an 18-yard pass from Jake Dolegala.[17] He finished his first season in the CFL recording 44 receptions for 449 yards and a touchdown.[18] He became a free agent upon the expiry of his contract on February 11, 2025.[19][20]

Winnipeg Blue Bombers

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On February 11, 2025, Sterns signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers as a free agent after two seasons in Saskatchewan.[21] He played in 14 regular season games where he had 48 catches for 530 yards and four touchdowns.[22] He became a free agent upon the expiry of his contract on February 10, 2026.[23]

Montreal Alouettes

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On February 10, 2026, it was announced that Sterns had signed with the Montreal Alouettes.[22]

Personal life

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Sterns has six siblings, including Denver Broncos safety Caden Sterns. His father played basketball for Baylor.[24] Sterns is a Christian.[25]

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from Grokipedia
Jerreth Sterns (born July 1, 1999) is an American football for the of the Canadian Football League (CFL). Standing at 5 feet 8 inches and weighing 183 pounds, Sterns is known for his exceptional route-running and productivity as a slot receiver. Sterns played college football at Houston Christian University (formerly Houston Baptist) from 2018 to 2020, where he amassed 220 receptions for 1,971 yards and 17 touchdowns over 27 games, leading the nation with 105 receptions in 2019 and earning All-Southland Conference Third Team honors that year. Transferring to for the 2021 season, he recorded 150 receptions—leading the NCAA—for 1,902 yards and 17 touchdowns in 14 games, setting FBS records for receptions per game (10.7) and yards per game (135.9) while earning First-Team All-, Conference USA Newcomer of the Year, Second-Team All-American honors from the and , and a semifinalist nod for the Biletnikoff Award. Overall, Sterns finished his collegiate career with 370 receptions for 3,873 yards and 34 touchdowns, establishing himself as one of the most prolific receivers in FCS and FBS history. After going undrafted in the , Sterns signed as an undrafted free agent with the , but was waived before the season and spent time on the ' and reserve/future contract in 2022–2023 without appearing in a regular-season game. Transitioning to the CFL, he joined the in 2023, where he played two seasons and recorded 83 receptions for 941 yards and 3 touchdowns across 23 games. In February 2025, Sterns signed a one-year contract with the , where in 14 games during the 2025 season he recorded 48 receptions for 530 yards and 4 touchdowns, including notable performances such as a 28-yard shovel-pass gain in October.

Early life

Upbringing

Jerreth Sterns was born on July 1, 1999, in Waxahachie, Texas. He spent his early childhood in Waxahachie. Sterns attended local schools in Waxahachie during his formative years before entering high school. His family environment fostered an early interest in sports, influenced by his father, James Sterns, who had played basketball at Baylor University. This athletic heritage provided a supportive backdrop for his development. By the time he reached high school, he began focusing more intently on football.

High school career

Jerreth Sterns attended in , for his first three years, before transferring to in , for his senior year, reportedly after experiencing racist behavior from teammates at Midlothian. At Waxahachie, he played under coach , a former , and participated as and during his high school career. As a senior in the 2017 season, Sterns recorded 60 receptions for 956 receiving yards and 8 receiving touchdowns, helping lead the Waxahachie Indians to the playoffs. Rated as a two-star recruit by with an overall rating of 78, Sterns was ranked as the No. 369 player in in the class of 2018. He initially committed to the in October 2017, where he was recruited to play , but decommitted in February 2018 before flipping his commitment to Houston Baptist University later that month.

College career

Houston Baptist Huskies

Jerreth Sterns enrolled at Houston Baptist University in 2017 following a standout high school career at in , where he earned all-district and academic honors as a four-year letterwinner. He redshirted his true freshman year and began playing in 2018, appearing in a total of 27 games over three seasons as the Huskies' primary . During this period, Sterns developed into a dynamic , contributing not only through receiving but also with rushing attempts, passing, and punt returns, while benefiting from the high-powered offense led by quarterback . In his redshirt freshman season of 2018, Sterns played in all 11 games, setting a school record with 68 receptions for 684 yards and 4 touchdowns, along with 8 rushes for 27 yards and 1 touchdown, and completing 2 of 2 passes for 63 yards and 1 touchdown. His performance earned him All-Southland Conference Honorable Mention honors and included standout games such as 11 receptions for 115 yards against Central Arkansas and 9 catches for 110 yards and 2 touchdowns versus Southeastern Louisiana. The following year, as a sophomore in 2019, Sterns had a breakout campaign across 12 games, leading the FCS in receptions with 105 for 833 yards and 9 touchdowns; he also added 11 rushes for 9 yards and 1 touchdown, 2 completions out of 4 attempts for 47 yards and 1 touchdown, and 17 punt returns for 121 yards. This production secured him All-Southland Conference Third Team and All-Academic Team selections, highlighted by games like 18 receptions for 136 yards and 1 touchdown against UIW and 12 catches for 104 yards and 2 touchdowns versus Texas Southern. The 2020 season was abbreviated to just 4 games due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as Houston Baptist opted out of the Southland Conference's spring schedule and played only non-conference contests. Sterns remained a focal point of the offense, recording 47 receptions for 454 yards and 5 touchdowns, pacing the team in each category and putting him on track for another record-setting year before the schedule's truncation. Over his full tenure at HBU, Sterns compiled career statistics of 220 receptions for 1,971 yards and 18 touchdowns, establishing nearly every school receiving record and demonstrating steady growth from a promising newcomer to the program's all-time leading receiver. Following the shortened 2020 campaign, Sterns entered the in December, influenced by major program shifts including the departure of Zach —who took a similar role at Western Kentucky—and the uncertainties stemming from the pandemic's impact on FCS scheduling. This move allowed him to seek greater opportunities at the FBS level amid HBU's ongoing transition within the FCS landscape.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers

After transferring from Houston Baptist University ahead of the 2021 season, where his prior experience had honed his receiving skills, Jerreth Sterns emerged as a key offensive weapon for the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, playing in all 14 games. Sterns delivered a record-breaking performance, recording 150 receptions for 1,902 yards and 17 touchdowns, which led the NCAA in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns for the season. His prolific output, averaging over 135 yards per game, showcased his route-running precision and reliability as the primary target in Western Kentucky's high-powered passing attack. Sterns' contributions were instrumental in the Hilltoppers' success, helping the team secure the East Division title with a 7-1 conference record and advance to the C-USA Championship Game, where they fell 49-41 to UTSA. The squad capped the year by winning the 2021 RoofClaim.com 59-38 over Appalachian State, with Sterns adding to his postseason impact in the victory. Following the bowl win, Sterns announced his declaration for the on December 19, 2021, forgoing his final year of eligibility to pursue a professional career.

Professional career

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

After declaring for the following a record-breaking senior season at Western Kentucky, where he led the nation in receiving yards and touchdowns, Jerreth Sterns went undrafted but signed with the as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2022. This opportunity allowed the 5-foot-8 to transition to the professional level, joining a competitive Buccaneers receiving corps that included veterans like Mike Evans and . Sterns participated in the team's 2022 and preseason, where he aimed to secure a roster spot through his route-running and playmaking ability. In the preseason opener against the on August 13, 2022, he caught all four of his targets for 51 yards, including a 19-yard from , showcasing his potential despite his undersized frame. Over the three preseason games, he recorded six receptions for 64 yards and one , contributing on offense and special teams while competing against other undrafted rookies and fringe players. Despite his efforts, Sterns was waived by on August 29, 2022, as part of the team's final roster cuts ahead of the regular season deadline. He did not appear in any regular-season games during his time with and accumulated no official statistics with the team.

Following his release from the in August 2022, Sterns joined the ' practice squad on December 22, 2022, providing depth at during the team's playoff push. On January 9, 2023, the Rams signed Sterns to a reserve/futures contract, securing his rights for the upcoming season as part of a group of nine players added to the offseason roster. However, Sterns was waived by the Rams on March 10, 2023, ahead of the new league year, ending his brief tenure with the team without any game activations or recorded statistics.

Saskatchewan Roughriders

Jerreth Sterns signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League on July 3, 2023, following brief practice squad stints in the NFL. In his rookie 2023 season, Sterns appeared in 11 games, recording 44 receptions for 449 yards and one touchdown. He made his professional debut on August 6, 2023, against the Ottawa Redblacks, catching seven passes for 71 yards in a 26-24 victory. Sterns earned 3DownNation's Breakout Player of the Week honors for Week 9 after his strong debut performance. On August 20, 2023, he scored his first CFL touchdown on an 18-yard reception from quarterback Jake Dolegala during a 34-29 win over the BC Lions. Sterns returned for the 2024 season, playing in 12 games and registering 39 receptions for 492 yards and two touchdowns. Over two seasons with the Roughriders, Sterns totaled 23 games, 83 receptions, 941 receiving yards, and three touchdowns. He became an unrestricted on February 11, .

Jerreth Sterns signed with the as a on February 11, 2025, agreeing to a one-year contract after spending the previous two seasons with the . He was assigned jersey number 89 and joined the team as an American , bringing his experience from both the and CFL to bolster the Bombers' receiving corps. In the 2025 CFL season, Sterns appeared in 14 regular-season games for the Blue Bombers, recording 48 receptions for 530 yards and four touchdowns, with an average of 11.0 yards per catch and a longest gain of 28 yards. He contributed offensively in key matchups, including a standout performance on July 26 against the Toronto Argonauts where he hauled in four catches for 72 yards and a touchdown. Sterns also added one rushing attempt for five yards during the year. Mid-season, he dealt with a shoulder injury that sidelined him temporarily, but he returned in Week 17 on September 26, 2025, helping the team in their push toward the playoffs. A highlight of his return came on October 17 against the Ottawa Redblacks, when he turned a shovel pass from quarterback Zach Collaros into a 28-yard gain, showcasing his speed and elusiveness after the catch. Sterns scored touchdowns in Weeks 5, 8, 10, and 11, providing consistent red-zone production for Winnipeg. Through the 2025 season, Sterns' overall CFL career statistics stood at 131 receptions for 1,471 yards and seven touchdowns across 37 games played. As of November 12, 2025, Sterns remains an active player on the Blue Bombers' roster, having also appeared in one playoff game during the postseason.

Awards and honors

College achievements

During his time at Houston Baptist University (HBU) from 2018 to 2020, Jerreth Sterns established himself as a dominant receiver, setting multiple program records and earning recognition. As a freshman in 2018, he set the HBU single-season receptions record with 68 catches for 684 yards and four touchdowns, leading the in receptions. In 2019, Sterns broke his own receptions mark with 105 catches for 833 yards and nine touchdowns, leading the NCAA in receptions that year and earning All- Third Team honors along with All-Academic Team recognition. His sophomore season showcased increasing statistical dominance, as he ranked among the national leaders in receiving efficiency despite playing in a shortened FCS schedule in 2020, where he recorded 47 receptions for 454 yards and five touchdowns in just four games. Over three seasons at HBU, Sterns amassed 220 receptions for 1,971 yards and 18 touchdowns in 27 games, holding career program records for receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns at the time of his transfer. Sterns' senior year at (WKU) in 2021 marked his pinnacle of college success, where he led the NCAA in receptions (150), receiving yards (1,902), and receiving touchdowns (17), becoming the first player in FBS history to achieve this "triple crown" in a single season. His performance earned him (C-USA) Newcomer of the Year, First-Team All-C-USA, AP Second-Team All-American, FWAA Second-Team All-American (the first for a Hilltopper from the organization), and Second-Team All-American honors. Sterns was also a Biletnikoff Award semifinalist and AP Midseason All-American, highlighting his impact as WKU's primary target. Sterns played a key role in WKU's postseason run, contributing to their appearance in the 2021 C-USA Championship Game against UTSA, where he recorded 10 receptions for 179 yards and two touchdowns in a 49-41 loss. In the subsequent , Sterns had a standout performance with 13 receptions for 184 yards and three touchdowns, tying the bowl's single-game record for receiving touchdowns and helping WKU secure a 59-38 victory over Appalachian State—their first bowl win since 2014.

Professional accolades

Jerreth Sterns entered the professional ranks as an undrafted following the , signing with the and earning a spot on their preseason roster with a standout performance of four receptions for 51 yards and a . In his CFL debut on August 6, 2023, with the , Sterns recorded seven receptions for 71 yards and was named the Breakout Player of the Week by 3DownNation for Week 9. Sterns achieved his first CFL touchdown on August 20, 2023, hauling in an 18-yard score from during a 34-29 victory over the . He concluded his 2023 rookie season with 44 receptions for 449 yards and one in 11 games, marking a solid professional foundation. In 2024, Sterns posted career highs with 39 receptions for 492 yards and two s across 12 games, earning a spot on the CFL Honour Roll as a top performer for Week 19. He was also recognized as a top-graded (78.0) by for Week 19. In 2025, after signing with the , Sterns continued to earn weekly accolades, including an honourable mention as Breakout Player of the Week by 3DownNation for Week 11 and a top-graded performance (67.7) by as the leading for Week 19 on October 15. A standout 28-yard jet sweep gain on against his former team contributed to his consistent recognition as a dynamic slot receiver.

Personal life

Family

Jerreth Sterns was born into a large family as one of six siblings in Waxahachie, Texas. His siblings include brothers Jordan, who played safety at Oklahoma State University and briefly in the NFL with the Kansas City Chiefs; Caden, a former safety drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2021 who later played for the Philadelphia Eagles before retiring in 2025; and Josh, a wide receiver who played college football at Houston Christian University and Western Kentucky University alongside Jerreth. Sterns' father, James Sterns, had a notable athletic background, playing at during the 1980s and later professionally overseas. This family athletic heritage extended to football among the brothers, fostering a competitive environment where they pushed each other in sports from a young age. The Sterns family dynamics emphasized mutual support, particularly in their football pursuits, with older brothers like and Caden offering guidance on techniques and game preparation to younger ones such as Jerreth and Josh. Jerreth has credited this and encouragement as key motivators during his college transitions and professional aspirations. Sterns' parents played a significant role in guiding the 's spiritual development, leading their children in Christian principles that influenced Jerreth's personal growth. This foundational support from his large, athletic provided a strong network as he navigated his football career.

Religion

Jerreth Sterns identifies as a Christian, crediting his parents for guiding him and his siblings in their from a young age. He has stated that his mother and father "did a great job leading us in our walks with Christ," which provided a foundational influence on his spiritual life. This upbringing instilled values that emphasize reliance on , shaping his approach to personal challenges and decisions. Sterns has publicly expressed his faith through interviews, describing key moments in his career, such as his transfer from to , as acts of trusting in 's plan. In a 2021 , he remarked, "When we entered the transfer portal, we trusted and knew He had a bigger plan," viewing the move as a "" that proved to be one of the best decisions of his life. He further emphasized, "Without none of this is possible," highlighting how his Christian beliefs motivate him to remain grounded amid professional success. In his daily routine, Sterns begins each day by reading a app, which helps maintain his spiritual discipline off the field. Additionally, Sterns shares his faith on platforms like , using them to discuss God and his spiritual journey with followers.

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