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Rice Football 2024: NFL Owls Week 16 Roundup

December 23, 2024 By Matthew Bartlett

Rice Football is well represented on 2024 NFL rosters. Here’s the latest from the NFL Owls in action in Week 16.

There are former Rice football players scattered across the NFL. Stay tuned each week for their game results and notables from each player.

TeamNFL Owl(s)This WeekResultNext Week
Detroit LionsJack Fox (P)
Myles Adams (DL)
at BearsW, 34-17at 49ers (MNF)
Indianapolis ColtsKylen Granson (TE)vs TitansW, 38-30at Giants
Pittsburgh SteelersChris Boswell (PK)
Calvin Anderson (OL)
at RavensL, 34-17vs Chiefs (Christmas)
Washington CommandersLuke McCaffrey (WR)vs EaglesW, 36-36vs Falcons (SNF)

Offense

Calvin Anderson – OL, Steelers

Anderson was active but did not see action in the Steelers’ game against the Ravens this week.

Luke McCaffrey – WR, Commanders

McCaffrey played a crucial role in the Commanders’ upset of the Eagles on Sunday, racking up 197 all-purpose yards between one 13-yard reception and six kick returns for 184 yards, including a long return of 47 yards, showcasing his explosiveness.

Kylen Granson – TE, Colts

It was a quiet day for the Colts’ receiving room on Sunday. Quarterback Anthony Richardson only attempted 11 passes while the team ran the ball 50 times. Granson did not get any of the teams’ seven completions.

Defense

Myles Adams – DL, Lions

Adams played on two defensive snaps for the Lions this week but did not record any tackles.

Special Teams

Jack Fox – P, Lions

Fox was only asked to punt one time in the Lions’ win over the Bears on Sunday, booting his lone try 47 yards.

Chris Boswell – K, Steelers

Boswell went 1-for-1 on field goals against the Ravens on Saturday, a singular long blast from 51 yards. He also connected on a pair of extra-point attempts. He’s made 39-of-42 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 details on current contractual agreements and former Rice football players waiting for their next opportunity here.

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