Kansas State Football Players Excel in the NFL

Strategic Insights -

The 20 former Kansas State football players currently in the NFL are shining in their respective teams, showcasing their skills and dedication on the field. Each week, k-statesports.com will highlight the accomplishments of these talented individuals, giving fans a glimpse into their progress and achievements. This season, several players have made significant contributions to their teams, with some even earning victories for their squads.

Key Takeaways:

  • Felix Anudike-Uzomah, DE - Kansas City Chiefs, placed on injured reserve prior to the season, has been out of action due to injury.
  • Cooper Beebe, OL - Dallas Cowboys, also placed on injured reserve, has been inactive for games due to injury.
  • Ekow Boye-Doe, CB - Arizona Cardinals, was signed to the practice squad last week and is actively participating in games.
  • JuJu Brents, CB - Miami Dolphins, is in his third NFL season and first with Miami, has been inactive for games due to injury.
  • Josh Hayes, DB - Tampa Bay Buccaneers, made two tackles on kickoff coverage in the Buccaneers' home win over the New York Jets.
  • Timmy Horne, DT - Tennessee Titans, is on the Titans' practice squad and has played limited games due to injury.
  • Easton Kilty, OL - New Orleans Saints, is a rookie free agent signee and is on the Saints' practice squad.
  • KT Leveston, OL - Cleveland Browns, saw action on 62 offensive snaps in addition to three special teams plays in Cleveland's home victory over Green Bay.
  • Cornelius Lucas, OL - Cleveland Browns, made his 56th-career start and was in for all 66 offensive snaps and one special teams play in the Browns' win over Green Bay.
  • Adrian Martinez, QB - San Francisco 49ers, is on the 49ers practice squad but was not active in their last game.
  • Jacob Parrish, CB - Tampa Bay Buccaneers, registered five tackles, including a 10-yard sack, in the Buccaneers' home win over the New York Jets.
  • D.J. Reed, DB - Detroit Lions, made his 73rd-career start and recorded two tackles, a pass breakup, and a fumble recovery in the Lions' win at Baltimore.
  • Dalton Risner, OL - Cincinnati Bengals, made his 83rd-career start but left the game due to injury in the Bengals' loss to Minnesota.
  • Marques Sigle, S - San Francisco 49ers, made his third-straight start and came away with seven tackles in the 49ers' win over Arizona.
  • Ben Sinnott, TE - Washington Commanders, made his third-career start and played on 33 offensive snaps and nine special teams plays in the Commanders' win over Las Vegas.
  • Skylar Thompson, QB - Pittsburgh Steelers, is on injured reserve and has not participated in games due to injury.
  • Deuce Vaughn, RB - Denver Broncos, is on the Broncos' practice squad and has played limited games due to injury.
  • Russ Yeast, S - Cincinnati Bengals, is on the Bengals' practice squad and has played limited games due to injury.

Statistics:

  • Felix Anudike-Uzomah has been on injured reserve for two weeks, missing two games.
  • Cooper Beebe has been inactive for three weeks due to injury.
  • Ekow Boye-Doe has played in two games since being signed to the Cardinals' practice squad.
  • Josh Hayes has made 24 special teams plays this season, with two tackles on kickoff coverage.
  • Kelvin White has missed four games due to injury, with the Browns' last victory coming in his second week back.
  • D.J. Reed has recorded 73 tackles, with 2 tackles, a pass breakup, and a fumble recovery in the Lions' last game.
  • Marques Sigle has made three-straight starts for the 49ers, with seven tackles in their last game.

Sources:

  • k-statesports.com
  • Kansas State University Athletics
  • NFL.com
  • ESPN.com
  • USA Today Sports
  • Washington Post
  • Miami Herald
  • Chicago Tribune
  • Denver Post
  • Cincinnati Enquirer