Rice Football is well represented on 2024 NFL rosters. Here’s the latest from the NFL Owls in action in Week 15.
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 |
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Detroit Lions | Jack Fox (P) Myles Adams (DL) | vs Bills | L, 48-42 | at Bears |
Indianapolis Colts | Kylen Granson (TE) | at Broncos | L, 31-13 | vs Titans |
Pittsburgh Steelers | Chris Boswell (PK) Calvin Anderson (OL) | at Eagles | L, 27-13 | at Ravens |
Washington Commanders | Luke McCaffrey (WR) | at Saints | W, 20-19 | vs Eagles |
Offense
Calvin Anderson – OL, Steelers
Anderson was active but did not see action in the Steelers’ game against the Eagles this week.
Luke McCaffrey – WR, Commanders
McCaffrey was targeted once in the Commanders victory over the Saints but did not register any receptions.
Kylen Granson – TE, Colts
Granson was second on the team in receptions and receiving yards this week against the Broncos, hauling in three passes for 47 yards. His 15.7 yards per reception led the team among all players with multiple targets on Sunday.
Defense
Myles Adams – DL, Lions
Adams was inactive for the Lions in Week 15 after making his debut with three tackles and a quarterback hit a week prior against the Packers.
Special Teams
Jack Fox – P, Lions
Fox punted three times against the Bills, averaging a whopping 55.7 yards per punt with a long of 60 yards. He also put one ball inside the 20.
Chris Boswell – K, Steelers
Boswell went 2-for-2 on field goals against the Eagles on Sunday, including a long of 49 yards. He also connected on his lone extra-point attempt. He’s made 38-of-41 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.