In the 2025 season, John Rector contributed defensively for Texas Wesleyan in six games. Rector accumulated nine total tackles, comprising five assisted and four unassisted. His most impactful performance came against Louisiana Christian on October 11, where he recorded a season-high of four tackles, including two assisted and two unassisted, contributing to a 61-28 victory. Additionally, in the game against Oklahoma Panhandle State on November 1, Rector added two tackles, including one assisted and one unassisted, as Texas Wesleyan secured a 46-12 win. Throughout the season, Rector provided reliable defensive support, appearing in half of the team's total games.
In the 2024 season, John Rector participated in four games for Texas Wesleyan's football team, showcasing his defensive capabilities. In the dominant win against Arkansas Baptist College on October 5, 2024, Rector recorded a standout performance with five tackles, including three solo stops. He also contributed to the team's defense by registering one solo sack and two assisted sacks, resulting in a total loss of 15 yards. Additionally, Rector was involved in four tackles for loss, with three of them being solo, accounting for a total loss of 16 yards. His contributions in that game highlighted his ability to disrupt the opposing team's offense effectively. Throughout the season, Rector's defensive prowess added depth and strength to the Texas Wesleyan lineup.