Rice Football is well represented on 2024 NFL rosters. Here’s the latest from the NFL Owls in action in Week 17.
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) Myles Adams (DL) | at 49ers (MNF) | W, 40-34 | vs Vikings (SNF) |
| Indianapolis Colts | Kylen Granson (TE) | at Giants | L, 45-33 | vs Jaguars |
| New York Giants | Elijah Garcia (DL) | vs Colts | W, 45-33 | at Eagles |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | Chris Boswell (PK) Calvin Anderson (OL) | vs Chiefs (Christmas) | L, 29-10 | vs Bengals (Sat) |
| Washington Commanders | Luke McCaffrey (WR) | vs Falcons (SNF) | W, 30-24 (OT) | at Cowboys |
Offense
Calvin Anderson – OL, Steelers
Anderson was active but did not see action in the Steelers’ game against the Chiefs on Christmas.
Luke McCaffrey – WR, Commanders
McCaffrey played 22 snaps on offense but wasn’t targeted in the Commanders thrilling win over the Falcons. He returned his lone kickoff return 29 yards.
Kylen Granson – TE, Colts
Granson was highly involved this week tying a season high in targets (four) and receptions (three), tallying 34 yards receiving on the day.
Defense
Myles Adams – DL, Lions
Adams had his first sack of the season and first with the Lions, contributing towards a big Monday Night Football win.
Elijah Garcia – DL, Giants
Garcia made his 2024 debut with the Giants in Week 13 but made his most impactful play of the season this past Sunday against the Colts, recovering a game-sealing fourth quarter fumble to secure the win. He also made three tackles.
EG caps his second career start with his first career fumble recovery and a celly with the fans! pic.twitter.com/zJGlEAtxYD
— Rice Football (@RiceFootball) December 29, 2024
Special Teams
Jack Fox – P, Lions
Fox did not punt on Monday Night Football. The Lions scored 40 points and went for it on fourth down on three separate occasions rather than calling in the special teams units.
Chris Boswell – K, Steelers
Boswell went 1-for-1 on field goals against the Chiefs on Christmas, converting from 36 yards. He made his lone extra-point attempt. He’s made 40-of-43 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.
