Rice Football is well represented on 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | Luke McCaffrey (WR) | at Giants | W, 29-21 | vs Eagles (Sat) |
| Atlanta Falcons | Elijah Garcia (DL) | vs Seahawks | W, 29-28 | vs Cardinals |
| Philadelphia Eagles | Kylen Granson (TE) | vs Raiders | W, 31-0 | at Commanders (Sat) |
| Detroit Lions | Jack Fox (P) | at Rams | L, 41-34 | vs Steelers |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | Chris Boswell (PK) Calvin Anderson (OL) | vs Dolphins (MNF) | W, 28-15 | at Lions |
Defense
Elijah Garcia – DL, Falcons
Garcia was inactive for the Falcons’ Thursday Night Football game against the Bucs. He made his Atlanta Falcons’ debut a week prior against the Seahawks.
Offense
Kylen Granson – TE, Eagles
Granson played 18 offensive snaps this week, but did not receive a target. He made one tackle on special teams.
Special Teams
Jack Fox – P, Lions
Fox punted three times in the Lions’ Week 15 loss to the Rams, averaging 50 yards per kick with a long of 62 yards. He pinned one of his kicks inside the 20 yard line.
Chris Boswell – K, Steelers
Boswell did not attempt a field goal in the Steelers’ Monday Night Football win, but did convert all four of his extra point attempts. He is 21-of-24 on field goals this season, including one blocked kick.
Injured Reserve
Calvin Anderson – OL, Steelers
Calvin Anderson was placed on injured reserve on December 10.
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.
