17 Former Kansas State Football Players Thrive in the 2023 NFL Season

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Seventeen former Kansas State football players are making their mark in the 2023 NFL season, with several showcasing impressive performances and milestone achievements. From rookies to seasoned veterans, these Wildcat alumni are adding to their teams' successes, some even contributing to their teams' first victories of the season.

Key Takeaways:

  • Felix Anudike-Uzomah, a first-round draft pick, recorded one tackle and a quarterback hit among 25 defensive snaps for the Kansas City Chiefs, helping the team secure a 27-20 victory over Minnesota.
  • Ekow Boye-Doe, a rookie free agent, is on the Chiefs' practice squad, demonstrating the team's faith in his potential to develop into a valuable asset.
  • JuJu Brents, a second-round selection, made his second-straight start for the Indianapolis Colts, recording four tackles and a pass breakup in their 23-16 home win over Tennessee.
  • Josh Hayes, a sixth-round draft pick, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers had a bye week, but the team is looking to bounce back with a 3-1 record.
  • Malik Knowles, a rookie free agent signee, is on injured reserve, ruling him out for the time being.
  • Tyler Lockett and the Seattle Seahawks were also on a bye, but the team is primed to take on Cincinnati on Sunday with a 3-1 record.
  • Deuce Vaughn, a sixth-round selection, made his presence felt in Dallas' 42-10 loss to San Francisco, rushing for seven yards, catching a pass for one yard, and returning a punt for 10 yards.

Statistics:

  • The Kansas City Chiefs have won four consecutive games, improving their record to 4-1 this season.
  • The Indianapolis Colts have improved to 3-2 with their second-straight win, featuring JuJu Brents' impressive performance.
  • The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a 3-1 record, with Josh Hayes and the team gearing up for a 13-game stretch.
  • The Seattle Seahawks have a 3-1 record, set to face Cincinnati on Sunday.
  • The Dallas Cowboys have fallen to 3-2 after a 42-10 loss to San Francisco.
  • The Chicago Bears have secured their first win of the season, improving their record to 1-4 after a 40-20 victory over Washington.

Sources:

  • [https://kstatesports.com/news](https://kstatesports.com/news)
  • [NFL.com](https://www.nfl.com/news)
  • [ESPN](https://www.espn.com/)
  • [Fox Sports](https://www.foxsports.com/)
  • [CBS Sports](https://www.cbssports.com/)