Rice Football is well represented on 2025 NFL rosters. Here’s the latest from the NFL Owls in action in Week 14.
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 Vikings | L, 31-0 | at Giants |
| Atlanta Falcons | Elijah Garcia (DL) | vs Seahawks | L, 37-9 | at Bucs (TNF) |
| Philadelphia Eagles | Kylen Granson (TE) | at Chargers (MNF) | L, 22-19 (OT) | vs Raiders |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | Austin Trammell (WR) | vs Colts | W, 36-19 | vs Jets |
| Detroit Lions | Jack Fox (P) | vs Cowboys (Thr) | W, 44-30 | at Rams |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | Chris Boswell (PK) Calvin Anderson (OL) | at Ravens | W, 27-22 | vs Dolphins (MNF) |
Defense
Elijah Garcia – DL, Falcons
Garcia made his Atlanta Falcons’ debut this past weekend, registering two tackles on 16 snaps against the Seahawks. He also played on special teams.
Offense
Austin Trammell – WR, Jaguars
Trammell was not targeted on offense this week, but did record his first punt return of the season, taking it 15 yards. He also played a handful of snaps with the offense and handled other special teams duties.
Calvin Anderson – OL, Steelers
After appearing in eight consecutive games for the Steelers, Anderson was inactive this past week.
Kylen Granson – TE, Eagles
Granson made a big impact on special teams on Monday Night Football, making three tackles. He also played a few offensive snaps.
Special Teams
Jack Fox – P, Lions
Fox punted twice in the Lions’ Week 14 win over the Cowboys, averaging 42 yards per kick with a long of 42 yards. He pinned one of his kicks inside the 20 yard line.
Chris Boswell – K, Steelers
Boswell was a perfect 2-of-2 on his field goal tries against the Ravens this week, converting all three of his extra point attempts, as well. He is 21-of-24 on field goals this season, including one blocked kick.
Injured Reserve
Luke McCaffrey – WR, Commanders
McCaffrey was placed on injured reserve with a broken collarbone suffered during the Commanders’ loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 9 and is expected to be sidelined for the foreseeable future.
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.
