Rice Football is well represented on 2025 NFL rosters. Here’s the latest from the NFL Owls in action in Week 2.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | Luke McCaffrey (WR) | at Packers (TNF) | L, 27-18 | vs Raiders |
| Philadelphia Eagles | Kylen Granson (TE) | at Chiefs | W, 20-17 | vs Rams |
| New York Giants | Elijah Garcia (DL) | at Cowboys | L, 40-37 (OT) | vs Chiefs (SNF) |
| Detroit Lions | Jack Fox (P) | vs Bears | W, 52-21 | at Ravens (MNF) |
| Green Bay Packers | Brant Banks (OL) | vs Commanders | W, 27-18 | at Browns |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | Chris Boswell (PK) Calvin Anderson (OL) | vs Seahawks | L, 31-17 | at Patriots |
Defense
Elijah Garcia – DL, Giants
Garcia made quite an impact in limited action on Sunday against the Cowboys. Garcia played just 19 defensive snaps, but notched this huge sack in overtime:
Offense
Calvin Anderson – OL, Steelers
Anderson was active but did not play in the Steelers’ Week 2 game against the Seahawks.
Brant Banks – OL, Packers
Banks made his NFL debut on Thursday Night Football against former Rice football teammate Luke McCaffrey.
Luke McCaffrey – WR, Commanders
McCaffrey caught one reception for 19 yards and a two-point conversion against the Packers on Thursday Night Football. He also had a 25-yard kick return.
Kylen Granson – TE, Eagles
Granson drew his first start of the season in place of an injured Dallas Goedert, catching one pass for five yards against the Chiefs. He also was heavily involved on special teams, making three tackles.
Special Teams
Jack Fox – P, Lions
Fox punted three times in the Lions’ Week 1 beatdown of the Bears, averaging a robust 49.0 yards per kick with a long of 62 yards. He pinned two balls inside the 20 yard line.
Chris Boswell – K, Steelers
Boswell didn’t have a 60-yarder this week, but he more than did his part for the Steelers against the Seahawks on Sunday, converting all three of his field goal tries. He’s a perfect 5-of-5 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.