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Rice Football 2019: Owls in the NFL Week 15 Update

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A pair of Rice Football products helped their defenses pitch dominant performances. More from Christian Covington, Andrew Sendejo and other 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

Chiefs 23 – Broncos 3 (Anderson, Callahan) 
Cowboys 44 (Covington) – Rams 21
Seahawks 30 (Ellerbee, Willson) – Panthers 24
Bills 17 – Steelers 10 (Boswell, McDonald)
Texans 24 (Gaines) – Titans 21
Vikings 39 (Sendejo) – Chargers 10

Calvin Anderson, OT, Broncos

Anderson has yet to appear in a game for the Broncos this season. He was inactive again this week. The Broncos host the Lions in Week 16.

Bryce Callahan, CB, Broncos

Callahan was placed on injured reserve earlier this season, never playing for the Broncos in 2019. He will be sidelined for the remainder of the year. The Broncos host the Lions in Week 16.

Christian Covington, DE, Cowboys

Covington had three tackles, all solo, in the Cowboys’ Week 15 rout of the Los Angeles Rams. The Dallas defense pitched a shutout through the first 56 minutes of play before Los Angels tacked on a few garbage time touchdowns. The Cowboys visit the Eagles in Week 16.

Andrew Sendejo, Saf, Vikings

It was a relatively quiet day for Sendejo, who registered one tackle in the Vikings’ win over the Chargers. The Vikings host the Packers on Monday Night Football in Week 16.

Emmanuel Ellerbee, LB, Seahawks

Ellerbee was placed injured reserve prior to the start of the season. The Seahawks host the Cardinals in Week 16.

Luke Willson, TE, Seahawks

Willson has missed the past four games. He was inactive again this weekend against the Panthers. The Seahawks host the Cardinals in Week 16.

Chris Boswell, K, Steelers

Boswell didn’t see much of the field in Week 15. He made a 49-yard field goal, his eight successful kick from 40+ yards this season. He also added an extra point. The Steelers visit the Jets in Week 16.

Vance McDonald, TE, Steelers

McDonald left last week’s game with a concussion and was inactive for the Steelers’ Sunday night loss to the Bills. The Steelers visit the Jets in Week 16.

Phillip Gaines, CB, Texans

Gaines was placed on injured reserve following an ankle injury suffered during the Texans’ Week 8 game against the Colts. The Texans visit the Bucs in Week 16.

More Owls in the NFL

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Rice Football 2019: Owls in the NFL Week 14 Update

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Rice Football alum Andrew Sendejo nabbed a game-sealing interception. Just one of several notable 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

Seahawks 28 (Ellerbee, Willson) – Rams 12
Vikings 20 (Sendejo) – Lions 7
Broncos 38 (Anderson, Callahan) – Texans 28 (Gaines)
Bears 31 – Cowboys 24 (Covington)
Steelers 23 (Boswell, McDonald) – Cardinals 17

Calvin Anderson, OT, Broncos

Anderson has yet to appear in a game for the Broncos this season. He was inactive again this week. The Broncos visit the Colts in Week 15.

Bryce Callahan, CB, Broncos

Callahan was placed on injured reserve earlier this season, never playing for the Broncos in 2019. He will be sidelined for the remainder of the year. The Broncos visit the Colts in Week 15.

Christian Covington, DE, Cowboys

Covington had three tackles (two solo) in the Cowboys’ Thursday Night Football loss to the Bears. This was the seventh time this season he’s recorded multiple tackles in a game. The Cowboys host the Rams in Week 15.

Andrew Sendejo, Saf, Vikings

Sendejo didn’t have any tackles against the Lions in Week 14, but he didn’t need them to slam the door shut for a Vikings victory. He picked off Lions quarterback David Blough in the endzone in the final minute, quelling any chances of a Detroit comeback attempt. The Vikings visit the Chargers in Week 15.

Emmanuel Ellerbee, LB, Seahawks

Ellerbee was placed injured reserve prior to the start of the season. The Seahawks visit the Panthers in Week 15.

Luke Willson, TE, Seahawks

Willson has missed the past three games. He was inactive again this weekend against the Rams. The Seahawks visit the Panthers in Week 15.

Chris Boswell, K, Steelers

Boswell was automatic again on Sunday. He made all three of his field goals (with a long of 37 yards) and both of his extra point attempts. The Steelers host the Bills in Week 15 on Sunday Night Football.

Vance McDonald, TE, Steelers

McDonald didn’t have much of a chance to impact the Steelers’ game against the Cardinals, leaving with a concussion after catching one pass for three yards. The Steelers host the Bills in Week 15 on Sunday Night Football.

Phillip Gaines, CB, Texans

Gaines was placed on injured reserve following an ankle injury suffered during the Texans’ Week 8 game against the Colts. The Texans visit the Titans in Week 15.

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Rice Football 2019: Owls in the NFL Week 13 Update

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A big Thanksgiving day from former Rice Football defensive lineman Christian Covington led the way among the NFL Owls top performances 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

Seahawks 37 (Ellerbee, Willson) – Vikings 30 (Sendejo)
Broncos 23 (Anderson, Callahan) – Chargers 20
Bills 26 – Cowboys 15 (Covington)
Steelers 20 (Boswell, McDonald) – Browns 13
Texans 28 (Gaines) – Patriots 22

Calvin Anderson, OT, Broncos

Anderson has yet to appear in a game for the Broncos this season. He was again listed among the team’s inactives this week. The Broncos travel to the Texans in Week 14.

Bryce Callahan, CB, Broncos

Callahan was placed on injured reserve earlier this season, never playing for the Broncos in 2019. He will be sidelined for the remainder of the year. The Broncos travel to the Texans in Week 14.

Christian Covington, DE, Cowboys

Covington matched his season-high four tackles on Thanksgiving against the Bills. He had one sack and two tackles for a loss as well as a quarterback hit, harassing quarterback Josh Allen in a losing effort. The Cowboys travel to the Bears for Thursday Night Football in Week 14.

Andrew Sendejo, Saf, Vikings

Sendejo did not register any stats in the Vikings Monday Night Football loss to the Seahawks. The Vikings host the Lions in Week 14.

Emmanuel Ellerbee, LB, Seahawks

Ellerbee was placed injured reserve prior to the start of the season. The Seahawks travel to the Rams on Sunday Night Football in Week 14.

Luke Willson, TE, Seahawks

Willson has missed the past two games, including Monday Night Football against the Vikings. His status going forward remains uncertain, The Seahawks travel to the Rams on Sunday Night Football in Week 14.

Chris Boswell, K, Steelers

Chris Boswell handled his business on Sunday, posting another perfect day from the field. Boswell made field goals from 29 yards and 39 yards as well as a pair of extra points. He’s hit 21-of-23 field goals this season and all 21 of his extra point tries. The Steelers travel to the Cardinals in Week 14.

Vance McDonald, TE, Steelers

McDonald caught every pass thrown his way in his Week 13, notching 21 yards on three receptions against the Browns. That was the second-most catches on the team, trailing only wideout James Washington who had four. The Steelers travel to the Cardinals in Week 14.

Phillip Gaines, CB, Texans

Gaines was placed on injured reserve following an ankle injury suffered during the Texans’ Week 8 game against the Colts. The Texans host the Broncos in Week 14.

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Rice Football 2019: Owls in the NFL Week 12 Update

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A game-winning field goal from former Rice Football kicker Chris Boswell highlighted the top moments from the NFL Owls in action during 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

Vikings (Sendejo) — BYE
Bills 20 – Broncos 3 (Anderson, Callahan)
Patriots 13 – Cowboys 9 (Covington)
Seahawks 17 (Ellerbee, Willson) – Eagles 9
Steelers 16 (Boswell, McDonald) – Bengals 10
Texans 20 (Gaines) – Colts 17

Calvin Anderson, OT, Broncos

Anderson remained inactive this week, delaying his first action with the Broncos for another week. He has yet to play since being signed from the Jets practice squad earlier this year. The Broncos host the Chargers in Week 13.

Bryce Callahan, CB, Broncos

Callahan was placed on injured reserve earlier this season, never playing for the Broncos in 2019. He will be sidelined for the remainder of the year. The Broncos host the Chargers in Week 13.

Christian Covington, DE, Cowboys

Covington notched four tackles against the Patriots, the most he’s tallied in any one game since joining the Cowboys during the offseason. The Cowboys host the Bills on Thanksgiving in Week 13.

Andrew Sendejo, Saf, Vikings

The Vikings were on bye in Week 12. They visit the Seahawks on Monday Night Football in Week 13.

Emmanuel Ellerbee, LB, Seahawks

Ellerbee was placed injured reserve prior to the start of the season. The Seahawks host the Vikings on Monday Night Football in Week 13.

Luke Willson, TE, Seahawks

Even with the bye week to recover, Willson was ruled out prior to the Seahawks’ Sunday win over the Eagles. His status going forward remains in question. The Seahawks host the Vikings on Monday Night Football in Week 13.

Chris Boswell, K, Steelers

Chris Boswell was busy on Sunday. The Steelers’ placekicker connected on three kicks, including what proved to be the game-winning 47-yard blast midway through the fourth quarter. He also knocked through the team’s lone extra-point attempt. The Steelers host the Browns in Week 13.

Vance McDonald, TE, Steelers

McDonald didn’t see much action on Sunday, catching the only pass thrown his way for one yard. The Steelers host the Browns in Week 13.

Phillip Gaines, CB, Texans

Gaines was placed on injured reserve following an ankle injury suffered during the Texans’ Week 8 game against the Colts. The Texans host the Patriots on Sunday Night Football in Week 13.

More Owls in the NFL

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Rice Football 2019: Owls in the NFL Week 11 Update

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Andrew Sendejo’s triumphant return was a standout spot for Rice Football alums this weekend. Here’s the latest on all the NFL Owls from Week 11.

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

Week 11 results

Vikings 27 (Sendejo) – Broncos 23 (Anderson, Callahan)
Cowboys 35 (Covington) – Lions 27
Seahawks (Ellerbee, Willson) – BYE
Browns 21 – Steelers 7 (Boswell, McDonald)
Ravens 41 – Texans 7 (Gaines)

Calvin Anderson, OT, Broncos

Anderson was inactive one again this week. He has yet to appear in a game since being signed by the Broncos earlier this season. The Broncos visit the Bills in Week 12.

Bryce Callahan, CB, Broncos

There will be no football for Bryce Callahan in 2019. The Broncos’ corner was placed on injured reserve this week after hopes in recent weeks he was nearing his season debut. The Broncos visit the Bills in Week 12.

Christian Covington, DE, Cowboys

Covington got into the Cowboys’ win over Detriot briefly on Sunday, registering one solo tackle in the game. The Cowboys visit the Patriots in Week 12.

Andrew Sendejo, Saf, Vikings

Sendejo’s return to Minnesota has been a successful one. The newly signed Vikings’ safety led the team with seven tackles on Sunday, also registering one pass defended and this big interception. The Vikings are on bye in Week 12.

Emmanuel Ellerbee, LB, Seahawks

Ellerbee was placed injured reserve prior to the start of the season. The Seahawks visit the Eagles in Week 12.

Luke Willson, TE, Seahawks

Willson left the Seahawks’ Monday Night Football victory over the 49ers early with a hamstring injury. The team was on bye this week, with no official update provided on his status since. There should be more clarity in the coming days. The Seahawks visit the Eagles in Week 12.

Chris Boswell, K, Steelers

Thursday Night Football was a quiet one for Pittsburgh kicker Chris Boswell. He missed his lone field goal attempt of the night — just his second miss of the 2019 season. He added one extra point. The Steelers visit the Bengals in Week 12.

Vance McDonald, TE, Steelers

A slew of injuries to the Steelers’ wide receiving corps and a rookie starting quarterback made McDonald a frequent target on Thursday Night Football. He was targeted a team-high seven times, hauling in three passes for 33 yards, including a 22-yard reception, the longest of the game for Pittsburgh. The Steelers visit the Bengals in Week 12.

Phillip Gaines, CB, Texans

Gaines was placed on injured reserve following an ankle injury suffered during the Texans’ Week 8 game against the Colts. The Texans host the Colts in Week 12 on Thursday Night Football.

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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