Rice Football is well represented on 2024 NFL rosters. Here’s the latest from the NFL Owls in action in Week 7.
There are former Rice football players scattered across the NFL. Stay tuned each week for their game results and notables from each player.
| Team | NFL Owl(s) | This Week | Result | Next Week |
| Detroit Lions | Jack Fox (P) | at Vikings | W, 31-29 | vs Titans |
| Indianapolis Colts | Kylen Granson (TE) | vs Dolphins | W, 16-10 | at Texans |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | Chris Boswell (PK) Calvin Anderson (OL) |
vs Jets (SNF) | W, 37-15 | vs Giants (MNF) |
| Seattle Seahawks | Myles Adams (DL) | at Falcons | W, 34-14 | vs Bills |
| Washington Commanders | Luke McCaffrey (WR) | vs Panthers | W, 40-7 | vs Bears |
Offense
Calvin Anderson – OL, Steelers
Anderson was active for the Steelers’ Week 7 game against the Jets on Sunday Night Football but did not see the field, either with the offense or special teams.
Luke McCaffrey – WR, Commanders
McCaffrey played his typical allotment of offensive snaps with the Commanders this week but did not see any targets. He’s caught all 11 passes thrown his way in his NFL career so far.
Kylen Granson – TE, Colts
Granson saw two targets against the Dolphins in Week 7 but did not record any receptions. His last catch came in Week 3 against the Bears and went for 40 yards.
Defense
Myles Adams – DL, Seahawks
Adams was inactive for the Seahawks Week 7 game against the Falcons. He’s been active for three of the Seahawks’ seven games so far this year.
Special Teams
Jack Fox – P, Lions
After not being called upon to punt a single time last week, Fox was back in action in Week 7. He punted four times against the Vikings, averaging a staggering 54.8 yards per kick with a long of 63 yards. He placed one ball inside the 20.
Chris Boswell – K, Steelers
Boswell was busy during Sunday Night Football, connecting on all three of his field goal tries and going 4-for-4 on extra point attempts. He’s made 19-of-20 field goals this season.
More Owls in the NFL
From practice squads to current free agents, there are other Owls on the cusp of returning to active rosters. Find more detail on current contractual agreements and former Rice football players waiting for their next opportunity here.
