He played college football at the University of Central Missouri.

Stephens attended Hightower High School in Missouri City, Texas, where he played football[1] and basketball.

Stephens transferred to Arkansas State and played in 2008 with the Red Wolves before he was dismissed from the team.

[5] Stephens recorded 12 interceptions in 2013, including 5 on April 19, 2013, against the San Jose SaberCats.

[6] Stephens signed with the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League in May 2014.