How Former Hoosiers Fared in Week 16 of the NFL Season
/Written by Evan McShane (@very_reasonable)
It was a relatively quiet week for the Hoosiers in the NFL from a statistical perspective. Eight players were active over the weekend with linebacker Robert McCray making his NFL debut.
Tevin Coleman – San Francisco 49ers
Tevin Coleman was limited in San Francisco's shootout victory over the LA Rams. Coleman carried the ball just five times for 33 yards and no receptions.
Jordan Howard – Philadelphia Eagles
Jordan Howard was inactive once again for the Eagles victory over Dallas.
Ian Thomas – Carolina Panthers
The Panthers got blown out in Indianapolis, but the former Hoosier tight end Ian Thomas caught three passes for 16 yards. Thomas has carved out a role in the offense over the final few weeks of the season.
Cody Latimer – New York Giants
Cody Latimer played well in the Giants overtime victory over the Redskins. Latimer hauled in five catches for 44 yards, including one touchdown reception. Latimer also added one 27-yard kickoff return.
Nate Sudfeld – Philadelphia Eagles
Nate Sudfeld was inactive for the Eagles victory over Dallas.
Chris Covington – Dallas Cowboys
Chris Covington was active for the Cowboys loss to the Eagles.
Dan Feeney – Los Angeles Chargers
Dan Feeney got the start again in the Chargers home loss to the Raiders.
Brandon Knight – Dallas Cowboys
Brandon Knight was inactive for the Cowboys loss to Philadelphia on Sunday.
Wes Martin – Washington Redskins
Wes Martin was active for Washington's overtime loss to the Giants. Martin nearly scored a touchdown as he recovered a fumble in the end zone, but the touchdown was ultimately rewarded to the ball carrier after replay review.
Roger Saffold – Tennessee Titans
Roger Saffold got the start in Tennessee loss to the Saints. The reliable veteran offensive lineman has started in every game this season.
Robert McCray - Cleveland Browns
Robert McCray was signed to the Cleveland Browns practice squad recently and on Sunday he made his NFL debut. McCray recorded one tackle in Cleveland's loss to the Ravens.
Jason Spriggs – Green Bay Packers
Jason Spriggs remains on Injured Reserve.