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Rice Football 2020: NFL Owls Week 16 Stats Update

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Rice Football is well represented on 2020 NFL rosters. Here’s the latest from the NFL Owls in action in Week 16.

There are former Rice football players scattered across the NFL. Stay tuned each week for their game results and notables from each player.

Week 16 results

Cincinnati (Covington) def. Houston (Gaines), 37-31
New York Jets def. Cleveland (Sendejo), 23-16
Las Angeles Chargers def. Denver (Anderson, Callahan), 19-16 
Pittsburgh (Boswell, McDonald) def. Indianapolis, 28-24
San Francisco (Walter) def. Arizona, 20-12
Tampa Bay def. Detroit (Fox), 47-7

Offense

Calvin Anderson – OT, Broncos

Anderson was active in his typical special teams role for the Broncos in their Week 16 game against the Chargers. He’s now appeared in every game for the team this season. The Broncos host the Raiders in Week 17.

Vance McDonald – TE, Steelers

McDonald was targeted once in the passing game against the Colts, hauling in his only target for five yards. The Steelers visit the Browns in Week 17.

Austin Walter – RB, 49ers

Walter was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list last week and did not play against the Cowboys in Week 15 or the Cardinals in Week 16. The 49ers host the Seahawks in Week 17.

Defense and Special Teams

Chris Boswell – K, Steelers

For the second time in four games, Boswell was inactive because of injury. He did not play in the Steelers’ Week 16 game against the Colts. The Steelers visit the Browns in Week 17.

Bryce Callahan – CB, Broncos

Callahan remains on the injured reserve and did not play against the Chargers in Week 16. The Broncos visit the Chargers in Week 16. The Broncos host the Raiders in Week 17.

Christian Covington – DL, Bengals

Covington had one tackle in the Bengals’ Week 16 victory over the Texans. The Bengals host the Ravens in Week 17.

Jack Fox – P, Lions

The game following his nomination to the Pro Bowl, Fox set a career-high in punts against the Bucs. He punted eight times, racking up 382 total yards and placing five kicks inside the 20. The Lions host the Vikings in Week 17.

Phillip Gaines – CB, Texans

Gaines missed the Texans’ Week 16 game with an injury. The Texans host the Titans in Week 17

Andrew Sendejo – Saf, Browns

After missing Week 15, Sendejo returned to the field this week, contributing three tackles and one pass deflection in the Browns’ Week 16 loss to the Jets. The Browns host the Steelers in Week 17.

More Owls in the NFL

From practice squads to current free agents, there are others Owls on the cusp of returning to active rosters. Find more detail on current contractual agreements and former Rice football players waiting for their next opportunity here.

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Rice Football 2020: NFL Owls Week 15 Stats Update

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Rice Football is well represented on 2020 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.

Week 15 results

Cincinnati (Covington) def. Pittsburgh (Boswell, McDonald), 27-17
Dallas def. San Francisco (Walter), 41-33
Cleveland (Sendejo) def. New York Giants, 20-6
Tennessee def. Detroit (Fox), 46-25
Buffalo def. Denver (Anderson, Callahan), 48-19
Indianapolis def. Houston (Gaines), 27-20 

Offense

Calvin Anderson – OT, Broncos

After starting in Week 14, Anderson returned to playing primarily special teams this week against the Bills. He’s made two starts this season. The Broncos visit the Chargers in Week 16.

Vance McDonald – TE, Steelers

McDonald was active in the game for the Steelers on Monday Night Football but didn’t see any passes thrown his way. He hasn’t caught a pass since Week 9 and has primarily been utilized for his blocking ability. The Steelers host the Colts in Week 16.

Austin Walter – RB, 49ers

Walter was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list during the week and did not play against the Cowboys in Week 15. The 49ers visit the Cardinals for a Saturday game in Week 16.

Defense and Special Teams

Chris Boswell – K, Steelers

Boswell delivered on his lone field goal attempt on Monday Night Football, connecting on a short 25-yard attempt. He made both of his extra points. The Steelers host the Colts in Week 16.

Bryce Callahan – CB, Broncos

Callahan remains on the injured reserve and did not play against the Bills in Week 15. The Broncos visit the Chargers in Week 16.

Christian Covington – DL, Bengals

Covington had one tackle and one of the Bengals’ nine quarterback hits in their Week 15 upset of the Steelers on Monday Night Football. The Bengals visit the Texans in Week 16.

Jack Fox – P, Lions

Fox was named to the Pro Bowl this week, the first nomination of his career. On the field, he was only called upon to punt once, pinning the Titans on the seven-yard line. The Lions host the Bucs for a Saturday game in Week 16.

Phillip Gaines – CB, Texans

Gaines missed the Texans’ Week 15 game with an injury. The Texans host the Bengals in Week 16.

Andrew Sendejo – Saf, Browns

Sendejo missed the Browns’ Week 15 game with an injury. The Browns visit the Jets in Week 16.

More Owls in the NFL

From practice squads to current free agents, there are others Owls on the cusp of returning to active rosters. Find more detail on current contractual agreements and former Rice football players waiting for their next opportunity here.

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Rice Football 2020: NFL Owls Week 14 Stats Update

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Rice Football is well represented on 2020 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.

Week 14 results

Buffalo def. Pittsburgh (Boswell, McDonald), 26-15
Dallas def. Cincinnati (Covington), 30-7
Chicago def. Houston (Gaines), 36-7
Green Bay def. Detroit (Fox), 31-24
Denver (Anderson, Callahan) def. Carolina, 32-27
Washington def. San Francisco (Walter), 23-15
Baltimore (Willson) def. Cleveland (Sendejo), 47-42

Offense

Calvin Anderson – OT, Broncos

Anderson drew the start for the Broncos against Carolina in Week 14. It was his second start of the season. He also was active on special teams. The Broncos host the Bills on Saturday in Week 15.

Vance McDonald – TE, Steelers

McDonald was targeted twice in the Steelers’ Week 14 loss to the Bills but did not have any catches. The Steelers visit the Bengals on Monday Night Football in Week 15.

Austin Walter – RB, 49ers

Walter was not active for the 49ers’ Week 14 game against the Washington Football Team. The 49ers visit the Cowboys in Week 15.

Luke Willson – TE, Ravens

Willson missed the Ravens’ Monday Night Football win over the Browns with an injury. The Ravens host the Jaguars in Week 15.

Defense and Special Teams

Chris Boswell – K, Steelers

For only the second time this season, Boswell did not attempt a field goal. He did convert his only extra point attempt of the day. The Steelers visit the Bengals on Monday Night Football in Week 15.

Bryce Callahan – CB, Broncos

Callahan missed the Broncos’ Week 14 game against the Panthers after being placed on the injured reserve with a foot injury. The Broncos host the Bills on Saturday in Week 15.

Christian Covington – DL, Bengals

Covington had two tackles in the Bengals’ Week 14 loss to the Cowboys. He’s maintained his starting role on the defensive line since taking over in Week 4. The Bengals host the Steelers on Monday Night Football in Week 15.

Jack Fox – P, Lions

Fox punted three times with a long of 52 against the Packers in Week 14. He still ranks among the NFL best in most every punting statistic and could make a bid for a Pro Bowl spot this season. The Lions visit the Titans in Week 15.

Phillip Gaines – CB, Texans

Gaines did not travel to Chicago for the teams’ Week 14 game against the Bears. He was ruled out with a knee / shoulder injury. The Texans visit the Colts in Week 15.

Andrew Sendejo – Saf, Browns

Sendejo had two tackles in the Browns’ Monday Night Football loss to the Ravens. The Browns visit the Giants on Sunday Night Football in Week 15.

More Owls in the NFL

From practice squads to current free agents, there are others Owls on the cusp of returning to active rosters. Find more detail on current contractual agreements and former Rice football players waiting for their next opportunity here.

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Rice Football 2020: NFL Owls Week 13 Stats Update

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Rice Football is well represented on 2020 NFL rosters. Here’s the latest from the NFL Owls in action in Week 13.

There are former Rice football players scattered across the NFL. Stay tuned each week for their game results and notables from each player.

Week 13 results

Washington def. Pittsburgh (Boswell, McDonald), 23-17 (Mon)
Miami def. Cincinnati (Covington), 19-7
Cleveland (Sendejo) def. Tennessee, 41-35
Indianapolis def. Houston (Gaines), 26-20 
Detroit (Fox) def. Chicago, 34-30
Kansas City def. Denver (Anderson, Callahan), 22-16
Buffalo def. 49ers (Walter), 34-24 (Mon)
Baltimore (Willson) def. Dallas, 34-17 (Tues)

Offense

Calvin Anderson – OT, Broncos

Anderson saw his usual action on special teams with the Broncos on Sunday night against Kansas City. He’s played in all 12 of the Broncos’ games this season. The Broncos visit the Panthers in Week 14.

Vance McDonald – TE, Steelers

McDonald was active for the Steelers’ Monday Night Football game against the Washington Football Team but did not receive any touches in the passing game. The Steelers visit the Bills in Week 14.

Austin Walter – RB, 49ers

Walter did not see action in the 49ers’ Week 13 loss to the Bills. The 49ers host the Washington Football Team in Week 14.

Luke Willson – TE, Ravens

Willson saw action in his second game with the Ravens this week, catching the only pass thrown his way for 12 yards. The Ravens host the Browns on Monday night Football in Week 14.

Defense and Special Teams

Chris Boswell – K, Steelers

Boswell was added to the Steelers’ injury report late in the week with a hip injury that would eventually cause him to miss the Steelers Monday Night Football game against the Washington Football Team. Practice squad signee Matthew Wright kicked in his place. The Steelers visit the Bills in Week 14.

Bryce Callahan – CB, Broncos

Callahan went on the injured reserved after suffering a foot injury in a game against the Saints in Week 12. He did not play against the Chiefs this week. The Broncos visit the Panthers in Week 14.

Christian Covington – DL, Bengals

Covington made his ninth consecutive start on Sunday against the Dolphins, registering one tackle. The Bengals host the Cowboys in Week 14.

Jack Fox – P, Lions

Fox only punted three times in the Lions’ Week 13 win over the Bears. He pinned one kick inside the 20 and had another returned to the 20-yard line. His long for the day was 45 yards. The Lions host the Packers in Week 14.

Phillip Gaines – CB, Texans

Gaines played almost every defensive snap for the Texans this week in their loss to the Colts. He had six tackles and his first pass deflection of the season. The Lions visit the Bears in Week 14.

Andrew Sendejo – Saf, Browns

Sendejo led the Browns with eight tackles on Sunday, including seven solo stops. That was the most tackles he’s registered in a game since the Browns’ Week 2 win over the Bengals. The Browns host the Ravens on Monday Night Football in Week 14.

More Owls in the NFL

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Rice Football 2020: NFL Owls Week 12 Stats Update

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Rice Football is well represented on 2020 NFL rosters. Here’s the latest from the NFL Owls in action in Week 12.

There are former Rice football players scattered across the NFL. Stay tuned each week for their game results and notables from each player.

Week 12 results

Pittsburgh (Boswell, McDonald) def. Baltimore, 19-14
New York Giants def. Cincinnati (Covington), 19-17
Cleveland (Sendejo) def. Jacksonville, 27-25
Houston (Gaines) def. Detroit (Fox), 41-25
New Orleans def. Denver (Anderson, Callahan), 31-3 
49ers (Walter) def. Los Angeles Rams, 23-20

Offense

Calvin Anderson – OT, Broncos

After making a spot start in Week 9 against the Raiders, Anderson has spent his time on special teams over the past two weeks. He only played one snap in Week 12 when the quarterback-less Broncos were held to just one field goal attempt. The Broncos visit the Chiefs on Sunday Night Football in Week 13.

Vance McDonald – TE, Steelers

McDonald returned to action for the first time after being activated from the COVID-19 list prior to the team’s Wednesday game against the Ravens. The Steelers host the Washington Football Team in Week 13.

Austin Walter – RB, 49ers

Walter was active on special teams in the 49ers Week 12 victory over the Los Angeles Rams. He didn’t return any kicks, but played 13 snaps, his second-most this season. The 49ers host the Bills on Monday Night Football in Week 13.

Luke Willson – TE, Ravens

Willson signed to the Baltimore practice squad a few weeks ago when tight end Nick Boyle went down with a knee injury. He made his debut with the Ravens on Wednesday afternoon. He was targeted twice in the passing game but not catch any passes and also saw some special teams action.

Defense and Special Teams

Chris Boswell – K, Steelers

Boswell made both of his field goal attempts on Wednesday and one of two extra points. The Steelers host the Washington Football Team in Week 13.

Bryce Callahan – CB, Broncos

The Saints more or less grounded the ball against the Broncos in Week 12, completing nine passes compared to 44 rush attempts. Callahan had two tackles before being ruled out during the game with a foot injury. The Broncos visit the Chiefs on Sunday Night Football in Week 13. Recent reports indicated Callahan will miss some time, but won’t be done for the season.

Christian Covington – DL, Bengals

Covington had four tackles in the Bengals’ Week 12 loss to the Giants. The team visits the Dolphins in Week 13.

Jack Fox – P, Lions

Fox had a strong Thanksgiving performance for the Lions, despite the loss. He punted three times, pinning the Texans inside the 20 twice including a long of 50 yards. The Lions visit the Bears in Week 13.

Phillip Gaines – CB, Texans

Gaines’ time in the defensive secondary has been limited over the last few weeks, but he’s remained a fixture on the Texans’ special teams. He saw all of his Thanksgiving action on that front, playing eight snaps in the win over the Lions. The Texans host the Colts in Week 13.

Andrew Sendejo – Saf, Browns

Sendejo has started every game for the Browns so far this season, playing every single defensive snap in nine of 11 contests, including the Browns’ Week 12 win over the Jaguars, in which he had one tackle and his first official pass deflection of the season. The Browns visit the Titans in Week 13.

More Owls in the NFL

From practice squads to current free agents, there are others Owls on the cusp of returning to active rosters. Find more detail on current contractual agreements and former Rice football players waiting for their next opportunity here.

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