WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - From dominant defensive linemen to efficient offensive weapons, the legacy of Purdue Football continues to shine bright in the NFL. Eleven Pro Boilers saw action in week eight of the 2023-24 NFL season.
The NFL witnessed a remarkable display of talent from Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis on Sunday against the Denver Broncos. The young defender showcased his prowess on the gridiron and demonstrated why he is considered one of the most promising prospects in the league. The second-year pro racked up seven total tackles with four solo tackles and three quarterback hits. Karlaftis also had a career-high 2.5 sacks for a loss of 9.5 yards, including one strip sack which was the first forced fumble of his NFL career. This commanding performance put Karlaftis among the Top 15 sack leaders in the NFL with 6.0 total sacks through eight weeks.
Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert continued his hot streak with a win against the New England Patriots. Mostert rushed for 46 yards on 13 attempts and found the end zone once again for his 10th rushing touchdown of the season. Mostert's 10 rushing touchdowns keep him in atop the NFL rushing touchdown leaderboard through eight weeks.
Other Boilermakers in the NFL
• Ja'Whaun Bentley (New England) – Six tackles, four solo vs. Miami
• Derrick Barnes (Detroit) – Two tackles, one solo, one forced fumble vs. Las Vegas
• Rondale Moore (Arizona) – Three targets, two receptions, 10 receiving yards, two rushing attempts, 11 rushing yards vs Baltimore
• David Bell (Cleveland) – Played four offensive snaps and six special teams snaps vs. Seattle
• Payne Durham (Tampa Bay) – One target, played eight offensive snaps and 11 special teams snaps vs. Buffalo
• Brycen Hopkins (Los Angeles Rams) – Played five offensive snaps and two special teams snaps vs. Dallas
• Markus Bailey (Cincinnati) – Played 60% of special teams snaps vs. San Francisco
• Anthony Brown (San Francisco) – Played two defensive snaps vs. Cincinnati
• Aidan O'Connell (Las Vegas) – Did not play
• Jalen Graham (San Francisco) – Inactive
• Charlie Jones (Cincinnati) – Injured Reserve
• Corey Trice (Pittsburgh) – Injured Reserve
• David Blough (Detroit) – Practice Squad
• Dennis Kelly (New York Jets) – Practice Squad
The NFL witnessed a remarkable display of talent from Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis on Sunday against the Denver Broncos. The young defender showcased his prowess on the gridiron and demonstrated why he is considered one of the most promising prospects in the league. The second-year pro racked up seven total tackles with four solo tackles and three quarterback hits. Karlaftis also had a career-high 2.5 sacks for a loss of 9.5 yards, including one strip sack which was the first forced fumble of his NFL career. This commanding performance put Karlaftis among the Top 15 sack leaders in the NFL with 6.0 total sacks through eight weeks.
GK gets home and gets the ball back late in the half for the @Chiefs! pic.twitter.com/txwdWSn3QO
— Purdue Football (@BoilerFootball) October 29, 2023
Don't let him get hot 🔥🔥🔥
— Purdue Football (@BoilerFootball) October 29, 2023
Second sack of the day for @TheGK3!! pic.twitter.com/KEc4vtTGj0
Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert continued his hot streak with a win against the New England Patriots. Mostert rushed for 46 yards on 13 attempts and found the end zone once again for his 10th rushing touchdown of the season. Mostert's 10 rushing touchdowns keep him in atop the NFL rushing touchdown leaderboard through eight weeks.
He just keeps scoring 🤯
— Purdue Football (@BoilerFootball) October 29, 2023
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Other Boilermakers in the NFL
• Ja'Whaun Bentley (New England) – Six tackles, four solo vs. Miami
• Derrick Barnes (Detroit) – Two tackles, one solo, one forced fumble vs. Las Vegas
• Rondale Moore (Arizona) – Three targets, two receptions, 10 receiving yards, two rushing attempts, 11 rushing yards vs Baltimore
• David Bell (Cleveland) – Played four offensive snaps and six special teams snaps vs. Seattle
• Payne Durham (Tampa Bay) – One target, played eight offensive snaps and 11 special teams snaps vs. Buffalo
• Brycen Hopkins (Los Angeles Rams) – Played five offensive snaps and two special teams snaps vs. Dallas
• Markus Bailey (Cincinnati) – Played 60% of special teams snaps vs. San Francisco
• Anthony Brown (San Francisco) – Played two defensive snaps vs. Cincinnati
• Aidan O'Connell (Las Vegas) – Did not play
• Jalen Graham (San Francisco) – Inactive
• Charlie Jones (Cincinnati) – Injured Reserve
• Corey Trice (Pittsburgh) – Injured Reserve
• David Blough (Detroit) – Practice Squad
• Dennis Kelly (New York Jets) – Practice Squad