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Rice Baseball 2025: MLB Owls Update – September 16

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The 2025 MLB season is underway and Rice baseball alums are making the most of their time in The Show. Here’s the latest from the MLB Owls.

Tristan Gray – Tampa Bay Rays

Gray has seen his involvement tick upward over the course of the last week, appearing in five games in the past seven days, capped off with an impressive 3-for-4 outing against the Blue Jays on Tuesday, which pushed his average up 40 points from the prior day.

Through September 16, Gray is hitting .264 with five extra-base hits, four walks and 13 strikeouts. His OPS is .782. He’s collected eight RBI.

Dane Myers – Miami Marlins

Myers was reinstated from the injury list this week after being out for the past two weeks. He wasted no time making an impact in his return to the lineup, driving in a pair of runs with an RBI double on Tuesday against the Rockies.

Through September 16, Myers is hitting .233 with 16 extra-base hits, 23 walks and 75 strikeouts. His OPS is .620. He’s collected 29 RBI and stolen 17 bases.

Injured List

Anthony Rendon – Los Angeles Angels

Rendon has been out of the news since it was reported he would miss a significant amount of time following hip surgery this spring. There have been no updates from the Angels or his camp since then.

Matt Canterino – Twins AAA

Canterino underwent season-ending surgery this spring and was released by the Twins before subsequently signing back with the club on a minor league contract while he undergoes rehab.

Knocking on the Door

The following Owls either began the season in AAA or have since been promoted to that level:

  • Evan Kravetz – Louisville Bats (Reds)
  • Glenn Otto – Sugar Land Space Cowboys (Astros)
  • Trei Cruz – Toledo Mud Hens (Tigers)
  • Hayden Durke – Reno Aces (Diamondbacks)
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Rice Football 2025: Charlotte Game Week Practice Notes

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Rice football looks to stay perfect on the road under Scott Abell with a win at Charlotte. Here’s the latest from the practice field.

It’s been a relatively healthy start to the 2025 Rice Football season, but the Owls aren’t immune to injury. There will be some adjustments to the starting lineups this week because of some of those health concerns with some up-and-coming players pushing for opportunities down the road.

More: Charlotte Presser and Depth Chart Notes

This update examines the health of some key pieces and identifies players who saw more field time against Prairie View, who could be in line for a bigger role, and when.

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Rice Football 2025: Charlotte presser quotes and depth chart

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Next up for Rice football, conference play against Charlotte. Here’s what head coach Scott Abell had to say about the matchup and a few depth chart notes.

Head coach Scott Abell and a set of players met with the media for their customary weekly availability. They recapped the Prairie View A&M game and looked ahead at their upcoming matchup with Charlotte.

The Roost Podcast: Rice Football vs Prairie View A&M Game Recap

We touch on those items, then dig into the Rice football depth chart and what the team looks like heading into the weekend. First, the quotes:

Press Conference Quotes

I think they’re beginning to find their DNA offensively. They’ve opened up their passing attack. They have a really nice group of receivers with different talent sets that they’re utilizing very well. I think the quarterback has now settled into his role – he transferred there from UNC – I think he’s playing with confidence. – Rice Football head coach Scott Abell on the Charlotte offense

It’s an incredible honor for Plae and for our program. I think Plae is the fourth Owl in history to be named to the Allstate Good Works Team. For me, personally, he’s my fourth now in my career. And I told Plae this yesterday, he’s joining an incredibly select group of young men that I’ve known personally that have been selected to that team. Incredible humans, which he is. – Rice Football head coach Scott Abell on safety Plae Wyatt be named to the Allstate Good Works Team

I think last week was a really nice growth week for Chase, a great momentum builder, confidence builder. I think we saw things out of Chase that we knew were there, but you really have to get comfortable in this system and your reads to get to that point where you see some of that come out and Saturday we saw that. He hurt the defense with his feet. He hurt them with his arm, his ability to be a dual-threat guy… I’m really pleased with his growth. The exciting point for all of us is that I think we’re just scratching the surface still of what he’s capable of inside this offense. – Rice Football head coach Scott Abell on the development of Owls’ quarterback Chase Jenkins

I could not be more excited. It’s year one for both programs, so I’m sure they feel the same way, the opportunity to play on the national stage to have your program out there. We’re a program that here in Houston, Texas, the hotbed of high school football, but we do have some connections in recruiting across the country landscape and so to on a national scale, to have our broadcast out there, where from coast to coast, everyone is going to see the Owls play, is exciting and should be a great opportunity for us. Rice Football head coach Scott Abell on playing in prime time on ESPN this week

I got in on defense last game vs PV. Before I even got in the game I had tears coming from my eyes, it was just a surreal moment, a full-circle moment. I remember all the times I couldn’t get out of bed, I couldn’t walk, knee swelled up and going through two surgeries. It really took a toll on me physically and mentally, but just being able to bounce back and being out here with a great team on the verge of doing something big. It’s a real blessing. – Safety Plae Wyatt on returning to the field after injury

Chase is my guy, we’re really close… Seeing this for him, I’m just super happy for him because I think this is really good for him. This [offense] fits him really well. Last week I think you just saw a glimpse of what he can really do. I think he can do so much more. I think the sky’s the limit for him and I think he’s going to do really good in this offense… People just haven’t seen what he can truly do yet, especially with his feet and his legs and how he throw. – Slot receiver Drayden Dickmann on the growth of quarterback Chase Jenkins

Depth Chart

Depth Chart Notes

There was only one change to the depth chart this week. Center David Stickle, who left the Prairie View A&M game late in the second quarter with an injury, has been removed with Nate Bledsoe taking his place. We’ll have more news on Stickle and his potential availability going forward in the weekly practice report, available to those subscribed to our Starting Lineup Tier on Patreon, which should be published shortly.

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Rice Football 2025: NFL Owls Week 2 Roundup

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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.

TeamNFL Owl(s)This WeekResultNext Week
Washington CommandersLuke McCaffrey (WR)at Packers (TNF)L, 27-18vs Raiders
Philadelphia EaglesKylen Granson (TE)at ChiefsW, 20-17vs Rams
New York GiantsElijah Garcia (DL)at CowboysL, 40-37 (OT)vs Chiefs (SNF)
Detroit LionsJack Fox (P)vs BearsW, 52-21at Ravens (MNF)
Green Bay PackersBrant Banks (OL)vs CommandersW, 27-18at Browns
Pittsburgh SteelersChris Boswell (PK)
Calvin Anderson (OL)		vs SeahawksL, 31-17at 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.

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Rice Football 2025 Game Preview: Charlotte

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Rice football is looking to kick off conference play with a win against Charlotte. How to watch, key stats, x-factor picks and more.

Both Rice football and Charlotte played FCS opponents last week and trailed in the first quarter against their respective foes. The Owls caught fire and rolled to a comfortable victory over Prairie View A&M. The 49ers had to hang on for dear life, narrowly escaping with a victory over Monmouth. That sets up an important conference debut for both squads. Here’s everything you need to know about the matchup between Rice and Charlotte.

Kickoff time | 6:30 PM CT
Venue | Jerry Richardson Stadium – Charlotte, NC
TV | ESPN (Viewing Guide)
Radio | Varsity Radio App (Online)

Sizing up the Contenders

The road only gets tougher for Charlotte. After the Rice game, they only face two other opponent projected to finish in the bottom half of the conference in the preseason media poll: Temple and North Texas, which hold a combined 5-1 record to this point. Wins might be hard to come by, particularly if they can’t find a way to tame an upstart Rice squad in the early days of their installation of a new scheme.

Rice has a tough schedule the rest of the way, too, but the Owls look to be steadily making strides on offense and have the advantage of a unique offensive philosophy that will make it challenging for opponents. A win in this game could make the dreams of a potential bowl berth tangible in a way that seemed unlikely just three weeks ago.

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Last Time Out

Make sure you check out The Roost Podcast every week this season as we review the Owls’ most recent game, breaking down the key moments, decisions and their impact on the outlook of the program moving forward.

Series History

All Time | Tied, 3-3
Last Five | Charlotte leads, 3-2
Last Meeting | Home 2024, Charlotte won 21-20

Rice Football Stat Notables

Passing | Jenkins – 27/37 (73.0 percent), 182 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT
Rushing | Jenkins – 47 carries, 144 yards (3.1 yards per carry) – 2 TD / Jackson – 46 carries, 213 yards (4.6 yards per carry), 2 TD / Alexander – 32 carries, 149 yards (4.7 yards per carry)
Receiving | Dickmann – 11 receptions, 84 yards (7.6 yds/rec) / Turner – 7 receptions, 33 yards (4.7 yds/rec) / Ransom – 4 receptions, 57 yards (14.3 yds/rec), 1 TD
Tackles | Morris – 20 / Awe – 18 / Kane – 15
Pass Breakups | Crump – 4 / Porter, Daley – 2 / Kane – 1
Interceptions | Kane – 1

Charlotte Stat Notables

Passing | Harrell – 56/83 (67.5 percent), 365 yards, 4 TD, 2 INT
Rushing | Stokes – 32 carries, 96 yards (3.0 yds/car), Gainey – 23 carries, 94 yards (3.6 yds/car), 1 TD
Receiving | Jai Mason – 16 receptions, 284 yards (17.8 yds/rec), 3 TD / Nicholas – 17 receptions, 177 yards (10.4 yds/rec) / Burris – 6 receptions, 72 yards (12.0 yds/rec)
Tackles | Conley – 20 / Taylor – 19 / Solomon – 14
Pass Breakups | Seven each tied with one
Interceptions | None

Charlotte X-Factor | Don’t Make It Harder On Yourself

The 49ers’ proclivity toward self-inflicted wounds played a pivotal role in their near-upset at the hands of Monmouth. They committed 11 penalties for 103 yards, a mark among the worst in the nation last week. And it wasn’t a one-off mistake. Charlotte enters Week 4 ranked 12th in the American Conference with 7.7 penalties per game, averaging 66.7 penalty yards against them through three games.

For a program with a new coaching staff already facing an uphill battle, making the situation harder than it has to be is something that must be avoided. Getting first downs and getting off the field on defense are things that are hard enough without adding yardage and giving opponents extra chances.

Rice X-Factor | Limit the Big Play

Even without accounting for the challenging opponents Rice football has faced in its first three games, the Owls rank fourth in the American in total defense, allowing just 294 yards per game. On a down-to-down basis, they’ve been one of the most reliable units in the league. However, the big play has been their demise on more than one occassion.

Houston broke that game open with three long scoring plays, relegated Rice in a tie for tenth in the American with four plays of 40+ yards allowed this season. FAU, UTSA and UAB are the teams keeping Rice company at the bottom of the standings in that metric. All rank in the bottom half of the league in total defense.

Lastly, Charlotte won this game a year ago thanks to two big shot play touchdowns to receiver O’Mega Blake, spoiling an otherwise stingy defensive effort. If Rice can keep the lid on this one, they should have plenty of other avenues to pull out a road win.

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One Final Thing

By virtue of a 2-1 and the recent history of games between these two programs, Thursday’s matchup carries more pressure for the visiting team than might have initially been expected. The added strain on the 49ers, who have to prepare for an option offense on a short week, should tilt things even further in favor of the Owls, who have already proven they can win big games on the road this season.

Oddsmakers have released early lines that list the Owls as somewhere between 4.5 to 5.5 point favorites on the road. While a loss wouldn’t entirely erode the goodwill this program has built up in a few short weeks, it’s undeniable the earned expectation entering this game is a win and a potential 3-1 start for a team Vegas pegged as a 3.5 win squad coming into the season.

That’s a high bar for a program that hasn’t fully clicked on offense and is much thinner in the secondary than they’d hoped to be at this point in the season.

Still, the expectations are the expectations and Rice fans expect this game to be another win. If the team can deliver on that front and return to Houston with a winning record, it would be hard to evaluate the start of the Scott Abell era as anything other than a tremendous success. That might still be true at 2-2, but it’s impossible to understate the opportunity at hand.

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