ProHogs Shine in Week 17: Isaac TeSlaa, Hunter Henry, and Cam Little Lead the Way
As the NFL regular season barrels toward its finale, a strong contingent of former Arkansas Razorbacks continues to make its presence felt across the league. Fourteen of the 17 active ProHogs saw the field in Week 17, with seven earning starts-and a few of them delivered standout performances that turned heads.
Let’s break down the biggest impact players from the Razorback alumni this week.
Isaac TeSlaa Keeps Making Noise in Detroit
Rookie wideout Isaac TeSlaa continues to carve out a role in Detroit’s offense, and he added another highlight to his growing résumé on Thursday. In the Lions’ 23-10 loss to the Vikings, TeSlaa hauled in three catches for 49 yards, including a four-yard touchdown just before halftime. That score marked his sixth of the season-tying him for the second-most among NFL rookies.
But here’s where it gets even more impressive: TeSlaa’s six receiving touchdowns are the most by a former Razorback wide receiver in an NFL season since Lance Alworth’s 10-TD campaign with the San Diego Chargers in 1968. That’s not just production-it’s history.
In a Detroit offense loaded with weapons, TeSlaa has found a way to contribute in the red zone, showing off reliable hands and crisp route-running. He’s proving to be more than just a depth piece-he’s becoming a legitimate scoring threat.
Hunter Henry Remains a Red Zone Force
Veteran tight end Hunter Henry continues to be one of the few bright spots in New England’s offense. In the Patriots’ 42-10 rout of the Jets, Henry caught three passes for 49 yards and a touchdown-his seventh of the season. The score came with just 31 seconds left in the first half, as rookie quarterback Drake Maye found Henry for a 13-yard strike.
Henry’s seven receiving touchdowns are tied for fourth-most among NFL tight ends this season, and his 712 receiving yards rank sixth at the position. He’s been a steady, reliable target all year long, and his chemistry with Maye is something Patriots fans will want to keep an eye on heading into 2026.
Cam Little Stays Automatic for Jacksonville
Cam Little continues to deliver one of the most consistent rookie kicking performances in the NFL this season. The Jacksonville kicker accounted for nearly half of the Jaguars’ points in their 23-17 win over the Colts, drilling all three of his field goal attempts-including a 53-yarder-and both of his extra points.
It was Little’s fourth straight double-digit scoring game, and he now sits at 129 total points on the year-fifth among all NFL kickers. For a team fighting for playoff positioning, having a kicker this reliable from distance is a massive asset. Little’s range and poise under pressure have been nothing short of clutch.
Other Notable ProHogs in Action
- Kamren Curl (Rams): The hard-hitting safety racked up nine tackles in L.A.’s narrow loss to the Falcons. Curl continues to be a tackling machine, now with 117 on the season-cementing his status as one of the league’s most productive safeties.
- Montaric Brown (Jaguars): Brown started once again and made his presence felt with six tackles and two pass breakups. He’s been a key piece in Jacksonville’s secondary all season, with 12 PBUs and two interceptions in 13 games.
- Dan Skipper (Lions): Skipper started on the offensive line and logged 66 snaps in Detroit’s loss to Minnesota. He’s appeared in 11 games this season, starting five.
- Jake Bates (Lions): The rookie kicker was perfect on the day, hitting a 48-yard field goal and an extra point. He’s now 23-of-29 on field goals this season, with a long of 59.
- Feleipe Franks (Falcons): Used in a hybrid role, Franks played 18 snaps in Atlanta’s 27-24 win over the Rams. His versatility has been on display all year, contributing both on offense and special teams.
- Kamren Curl (Rams): Notched nine tackles in another full workload. His 1,097 defensive snaps this season show just how critical he is to the Rams’ defense.
- Hjalte Froholdt (Cardinals): The center continued his ironman streak, starting again and playing all 57 offensive snaps in Arizona’s loss to the Bengals. He’s now started all 16 games and logged 1,125 snaps.
- Treylon Burks (Commanders): Burks saw the field for 40 snaps and hauled in one pass for 11 yards. It’s been a tough, injury-limited season for the talented wideout, but he’s still contributing when healthy.
- Eric Gregory (Patriots): The rookie defensive lineman recorded a tackle in limited action during New England’s blowout win over the Jets.
- John Ridgeway III (Saints): Logged three tackles in 28 snaps during New Orleans’ win over the Titans.
- Dwight McGlothern (Vikings): Played three snaps in Minnesota’s win over Detroit.
- Beaux Limmer (Rams): Made a brief appearance with four snaps in the loss to Atlanta.
Inactive or Not Dressed This Week
- Landon Jackson (Bills) and Dre Greenlaw (Broncos) were both inactive in Week 17.
- Brandon Allen (Titans) did not play.
- Several ProHogs remain on practice squads or injured reserve, including Drew Sanders, Deatrich Wise Jr., and Ricky Stromberg.
Looking Ahead
With just one week left in the regular season, these former Razorbacks are closing strong. Whether it’s rookies like TeSlaa and Little making immediate impacts or veterans like Henry and Curl continuing to anchor their teams, the ProHogs pipeline is alive and well in the NFL.
Expect to see more fireworks in Week 18 as playoff races heat up and these Arkansas alums look to finish the season on a high note.