Rice University boasts a proud history of developing professional football talent that successfully transitions into the National Football League. Among the prominent modern and historical alumni who made active professional rosters are standout wide receiver Luke McCaffrey, elite placekicker Chris Boswell, punter Jack Fox, offensive tackle Calvin Anderson, tight end Kylen Granson, and defensive linemen Myles Adams and Elijah Garcia, who carried their collegiate training into successful professional careers on Sundays.