Rice Football is well represented on 2024 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.
| Team | NFL Owl(s) | This Week | Result | Next Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Lions | Jack Fox (P) Myles Adams (DL) | vs Bears (Thr) | W, 23-20 | vs Packers (Thr) |
| Indianapolis Colts | Kylen Granson (TE) | at Patriots | W, 25-25 | — BYE — |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | Chris Boswell (PK) Calvin Anderson (OL) | at Bengals | W, 44-38 | vs Browns |
| Washington Commanders | Luke McCaffrey (WR) | vs Titans | W, 42-19 | — BYE — |
Offense
Calvin Anderson – OL, Steelers
Anderson was active but did not see action in the Steelers’ win over the Bengals this week.
Luke McCaffrey – WR, Commanders
McCaffrey caught two passes for 17 yards on two targets against the Titans this week.
Kylen Granson – TE, Colts
Granson was targeted three times on Sunday but did not catch any of those balls thrown his way.
Defense
Myles Adams – DL, Lions
Adams was waived from the Seahawks’ active roster on Thursday, eventually opening the door for the Lions to sign him off their practice squad and to their active roster on Saturday. Adams will have his first real week with Detroit this week where he’ll reunite with former Rice teammate Jack Fox.
Special Teams
Jack Fox – P, Lions
Fox was only asked to punt twice on Thanksgiving Day, putting both of his balls inside the 20 including a long punt of 61 yards.
Chris Boswell – K, Steelers
Boswell went 3-for-4 on field goals against the Bengals on Sunday and connected on all five extra-point attempts, scoring 14 points himself in a high-scoring win. He’s made 34-of-37 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.
