Rice Football is well represented on 2025 NFL rosters. Here’s the latest from the NFL Owls in action in Week 1.
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 Packers | L, 27-13 | vs Bears |
| Philadelphia Eagles | Kylen Granson (TE) | vs Cowboys (TNF) | W, 24-20 | at Chiefs |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | Chris Boswell (PK) Calvin Anderson (OL) | at Jets | W, 34-42 | vs Seahawks |
| Washington Commanders | Luke McCaffrey (WR) | vs Giants | W, 21-6 | at Packers (TNF) |
Offense
Calvin Anderson – OL, Steelers*
Anderson was active but did not play in the Steelers’ Week 1 game against the Jets.
Luke McCaffrey – WR, Commanders*
McCaffrey saw a handful of snaps with the Commanders’ offense on Sunday, primarily contributing via special teams. He had a 36 yard kick return in a winning effort against the Giants.
Kylen Granson – TE, Eagles
Granson caught one pass for one yard in his Eagles debut. He also played a core role on special teams, making one tackle in that phase.
Special Teams
Jack Fox – P, Lions
Fox punted three times in the Lions’ Week 1 loss to the Packers, averaging a healthy 47.3 yards per kick with a long of 55 yards.
Chris Boswell – K, Steelers
Boswell turned in a stellar performance in the season opener, connecting on all four extra point attempts and a 56-yard field goal attempt at the beginning of the second quarter. Then he one-upped himself with a career-best 60-yard conversion which would prove to be the game-deciding kick. He’s made 2-of-2 field goals this season.
His head coach was quite pleased:
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.
