Red Raiders in the NFL: 2025 season Week 1
With Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season in the books, several former Texas Tech Red Raiders have begun their push to make an impact. From players getting their first snaps of the year to veterans proving their value, these Red Raiders are taking the field and showing where they fit as the season gets underway.
Red Raiders on Active Rosters
Dadrion Taylor-Demerson, S, Arizona Cardinals
Dadrion Taylor-Demerson played 50 defensive snaps and 14 more on special teams in the Cardinals’ opening game, a 20–13 victory over the New Orleans Saints. Taylor-Demerson was credited with three tackles and two ‘stops’ per PFF, good for a grade of 80.4.
The Cardinals face the Carolina Panthers next on Sunday, September 14, at 4:05 PM ET.
Broderick Washington JR., DE, Baltimore Ravens
Broderick Washington played 34 defensive snaps for the Baltimore Ravens in Week 1, recording 1 total pressure and finishing with a 67.5 PFF grade.
The Ravens face the Cleveland Browns next on Sunday, September 14, at 1:00 PM ET.
Tahj Brooks, RB, Cincinnati Bengals
Tahj Brooks appeared in 12 snaps on special teams for the Bengals in their 17–16 win over the Cleveland Browns.
The Bengals face the Jacksonville Jaguars next on Sunday, September 14, at 1:00 PM ET.
Terence Steele, OT, Dallas Cowboys
Terrence Steele played 61 offensive snaps for the Cowboys in Week 1, finishing with a 64.5 PFF grade.
The Cowboys face the New York Giants next on Sunday, September 14, at 12:00 PM ET.
Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs
Patrick Mahomes played 61 offensive snaps for the Chiefs in Week 1, attempting 39 passes and completing 24 for 258 yards and 1 touchdown. He finished with a 79.0 PFF grade.
The Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles next on Sunday, September 14, at 12:00 PM ET.
Caleb Rogers, OG, Las Vegas Raiders
Caleb Rogers did not play in Week 1 for the Raiders in their 20-13 win againts the Patriots
The Raiders face the Los Angeles Chargers next on Monday, September 15, at 9:00 PM ET.
Tyree Wilson, DE, Las Vegas Raiders
Tyree Wilson played 39 defensive snaps for the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 1, recording 3 pressures, 1 sack, and 1 tackle. He finished with a 51.6 PFF grade.
The Raiders face the Los Angeles Chargers next on Monday, September 14, at 9:00 PM ET.
Jordyn Brooks, LB, Miami Dolphins
Jordyn Brooks played 73 defensive snaps for the Miami Dolphins in Week 1, recording 1 pressure and 5 tackles. He finished with a 58.3 defensive grade.
The Dolphins face the New England Patriots next on Sunday, September 14, at 12:00 PM ET.
Austin McNamara, P, New York Jets
Austin McNamara punted twice for an average of 47.0 yards per punt in the Jets 34-32 loss vs Pittsburgh.
The Jets face the Buffalo Bills next on Sunday, September 14, at 12:00 PM ET.
Tyler Owens, S, Washington Commanders
Tyler Owens played 4 defensive snaps for the Washington Commanders in Week 1, recording 1 pressure and finishing with a 59.9 PFF grade.
The Commanders face the Green Bay Packers next on Thursday, September 11, at 8:15 PM ET.
Red Raiders on Practice Squads
Bralyn Lux, CB, Cincinnati Bengals
Josh Kelly, WR, Houston Texans
Erik Ezukanma, WR, Jacksonville Jaguars
Red Raiders on Injured Reserve
Jalin Conyers, TE, Miami Dolphins
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