Temple University Athletics
Owls in the NFL - Week 15
12.16.25 | Football
In Denver, kicker Brandon McManus (2009-12) delivered his strongest performance of the year in the Packers' close 34-26 loss to the Broncos. McManus made all of his kicks, converting a season-high four field goals in the game in addition to two PATs. He hit from 53 yards on the first drive of the game, his third field goal of 50+ yards this season and also added field goals from 26, 35, and 37 yards out.
Commanders' linebackers Jordan Magee (2019-23) and Jacob Martin (2014-17) continued to make meaningful impacts in their 29-21 win over the Giants. Magee recorded four tackles during the game in just 14 total snaps, bringing his season total up to 41, which ranks sixth on the Commanders' defense. Martin recorded three QB hits and multiple pressures in addition to a tackle, making life difficult all game for Giants' QB Jaxson Dart, forcing him to get the ball out early. Wide receiver Robbie Chosen (2012-15) did not play.
In a thrilling Thursday Night Football finish, linebacker Arnold Ebiketie (2017-20) and the Atlanta Falcons came out victorious over Head Coach Todd Bowles (1982-85), linebacker Haason Reddick (2013-16), and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Reddick delivered two tackles including a sack, his first full sack since week 1, also against the Falcons. Ebiketie added one tackle for the Falcons.
Another Owls vs Owls matchup featured tight end David Martin-Robinson (2018-23) and the Tennessee Titans battling offensive lineman Matt Hennessey's (2016-19) San Francisco 49ers. Martin-Robinson played 13 snaps on offense, contributing to a run game that totaled 136 yards. Hennessey did not play in the game.
Cornerback Rock Ya-Sin added five more tackles to his season total in the Lions 41-34 loss to the Rams. Dion Dawkins (2013-16) had another start at left tackle while safety Sam Franklin (2016-19) saw special teams action in the Bills 35-31 win over the Patriots. Cornerback Christian Braswell (2017-20) recorded one tackle in the Jaguars' 48-20 win over the Jets.
The following players remain on inactive rosters:
Baltimore – WR Keith Kirkwood (2014–17) – Practice Squad
Detroit – OL Michael Niese (2020–21) – Practice Squad; TE Kenny Yeboah (2016–19) – Injured
Miami – TE Chris Myarick (2014–18) – Practice Squad
