Rice University themed fantasy football team names
The 2025 NFL season starts this week. Several friend groups, clubs and other organizations across campus are hosting fantasy football drafts to gear up for Thursday’s regular season opener between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles.
Ready to draft but can’t think of a good name for your fantasy football team? Use one of our Rice-themed options.
Abell’s Angels
Moh Picks, Moh Problems
Hoot ’Em and Choose ’Em
Boswell That Ends Well
Owl in the Family
Empty Nesters
COC (Culture of Choosing)
Owl-American Rejects
Keeping Up with the McCaffreys
Reggie’s Roost
Owl or Nothing
Chase-ing Excellence
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