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TJ Chukwurah stats, 2026

North Texas (5–2, American Athletic). Wide receiver. 2026 season, games through Oct 24, 2026.

TJ Chukwurah is a wide receiver for North Texas (5–2). Among receivers and tight ends this season he's 345th in yards per catch (12.6), 413th in receiving TDs (1), 564th in explosive catches (16+ yards) (2), in 6 games. This week: Florida Atlantic at North Texas.

Receiving yards101602nd of 685 receivers and tight ends
Catches8662nd of 685 receivers and tight ends
Yards per catch12.6345th of 678 receivers and tight ends
Receiving TDs1413th of 508 receivers and tight ends

Bio

Who is TJ Chukwurah?

Position
Wide receiver
Class
Senior
Height
5-11
Weight
202 pounds
Number
No. 3
Hometown
Arlington, TX
Transfers
Black Hills State to North Texas (2026)

From the 2026 roster, the 247Sports recruiting composite and the transfer portal, all via CollegeFootballData.com.

The season

TJ Chukwurah's receiving stats

He's 345th of 678 receivers and tight ends in yards per catch (12.6) and 413th of 508 receivers and tight ends in receiving TDs (1).

StatSeasonNational rank
Receiving yards101602nd of 685
Catches8662nd of 685
Yards per catch12.6345th of 678
Receiving TDs1413th of 508

The season

TJ Chukwurah's receiving efficiency and big plays

He's 564th of 660 receivers and tight ends in explosive catches (16+ yards) (2).

StatSeasonNational rank
Explosive catches (16+ yards)2564th of 660

Ranks are among every FBS receivers and tight end with the stat this season. Rates need a minimum sample (50 dropbacks for passing rates, 20 carries, 8 catches). From the play-by-play.

Career

TJ Chukwurah's career stats

SeasonTeamCatchesRec ydsYds/catchRec TDRush yds
2024Black Hills State5397.81—
2026North Texas810112.615
Career1314010.825

Past seasons (back to 2022) from CollegeFootballData.com; 2026 from the play-by-play, games through Oct 24, 2026.

By school

How did TJ Chukwurah do at Black Hills State and North Texas?

Receiving yards by season
2024, Black Hills State: 393920242026, North Texas: 1011012026*
SchoolSeasonsCatchesRec ydsYds/catchRec TDRush ydsExplosive catches
Black Hills State20245397.81——
North Texas2026 (so far)810112.61525.0%

* 2026 so far, through Oct 24, 2026.

Totals for his seasons at each school; rates worked out from those totals. Success and explosive rates count every play; EPA per play leaves out garbage time. Rates need the same minimum sample as the season stats.

Advanced

TJ Chukwurah's advanced stats by season

SeasonTeamEPA/playPass EPA/playRush EPA/playExplosive catchesTotal EPAUsage
2026North Texas+1.00+1.16+0.0625.0%7.02%

EPA per play is the expected points a player adds on each of his plays (0 is average; glossary). Success means the play stayed on schedule: half the yards to go on first down, 70% on second, all of them on third or fourth. Explosive means a run of 12+ yards or a completion of 16+, as a share of his throws, carries or catches. Usage is the share of his team's plays that went to him. EPA and usage leave out garbage time; success and explosive rates count every play. From CollegeFootballData.com and cfbfastR.

Game log

TJ Chukwurah's game log, 2026

WeekOpponentResultReceiving yardsCatchesReceiving TDsExplosive catches (16+ yards)
1at IndianaL 16–5214200
2vs. UNLVW 44–641202
3at Texas StateL 35–499100
4vs. Houston ChristianW 63–1428210
5at TulsaW 45–440000
6vs. CharlotteW 50–109100

FAQ

Questions about TJ Chukwurah

What position does TJ Chukwurah play?

TJ Chukwurah plays wide receiver for North Texas, which is 5–2 this season.

Where has TJ Chukwurah played?

Black Hills State (2024) and North Texas (2026).

Where is TJ Chukwurah from, and what year is he?

TJ Chukwurah is a senior wide receiver for North Texas, listed at 5-11 and 202 pounds, from Arlington, TX.

How tall is TJ Chukwurah, and how much does he weigh?

TJ Chukwurah is listed at 5-11 and 202 pounds on North Texas's 2026 roster.

What year is TJ Chukwurah?

TJ Chukwurah is a senior.

What are TJ Chukwurah's career stats?

Over 2 seasons (2024–2026), TJ Chukwurah has 13 catches for 140 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Who does TJ Chukwurah play for?

North Texas (5–2, American Athletic), where he plays wide receiver and wears No. 3.

How did TJ Chukwurah play in his last game?

Week 6 vs. Charlotte: 9 receiving yards, 1 catch. North Texas won 50–10.

Is TJ Chukwurah a transfer?

Yes. He transferred from Black Hills State to North Texas (2026).

What are TJ Chukwurah's stats this season?

101 receiving yards, 8 catches, 12.6 yards per catch, 1 receiving TDs, 2 explosive catches (16+ yards) in 6 games, through Oct 24, 2026.

How does TJ Chukwurah rank nationally?

Among FBS receivers and tight ends: 345th of 678 in yards per catch, 413th of 508 in receiving TDs, 564th of 660 in explosive catches (16+ yards).

When does TJ Chukwurah play next?

North Texas hosts Florida Atlantic Thu, Oct 29, 7:30 PM ET on ESPN. The numbers' pick: North Texas.

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