Rice Football is well represented on 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | Luke McCaffrey (WR) | at Cowboys | L, 44-22 | at Chiefs (MNF) |
| Philadelphia Eagles | Kylen Granson (TE) | at Vikings | W, 28-22 | vs Giants |
| Detroit Lions | Jack Fox (P) | vs Bucs (SNF) | W, 24-9 | — OFF — |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | Chris Boswell (PK) Calvin Anderson (OL) | at Bengals (TNF) | L, 33-31 | vs Packers (SNF) |
Defense
Elijah Garcia – DL, Giants
Garcia was waived by the Giants this week.
Offense
Luke McCaffrey – WR, Commanders
McCaffrey was targeted twice in the Commanders’ Week 7 game against the Cowboys but did not record a reception. It was his first game without a catch since Week 1.
Calvin Anderson – OL, Steelers
Anderson saw action in his third game of the season this weekend, playing on special teams in the Steelers’ Week 7 game against the Bengals.
Kylen Granson – TE, Eagles
Granson officially got his second start of the season with the Eagles’ offense, splitting time between that phase and the special teams unit where he’s been a regular this season. He did not record any official statistics.
Special Teams
Jack Fox – P, Lions
Fox punted five times in the Lions’ Week 7 win over the Bucs, averaging 51.2 yards per kick with a long of 66 yards. He pinned one of his kicks inside the 20 yard line.
Chris Boswell – K, Steelers
Boswell was 1-of-1 on his lone field goal against the Bengals in Week 7, converting all four of his extra point tries. He is 10-of-12 on field goals this season, including one blocked kick.
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.
