Knights in the NFL: Week 17 Recap

What a season in the NFL! From Logan Ryan's emergence as a key piece in the Patriots' defense, to first career TDs by rookies Michael Burton and Tyler Kroft, it was certainly an eventful 2015 season. And as is the case every week, Week 17 was another exciting week for our Knights in the NFL:

Tim Wright: Wright's only catch of the day was a big one in the first quarter, as he made a wide open 9 yard reception for Detroit's first score of the day. Teammate Michael Burton also got in on the action for the Lions with an eight yard reception, helping Detroit defeat the Chicago Bears 24-20 in their season finale.

Touchdown #Lions! Matthew Stafford hits Tim Wright for a 9-yard score. #DETvsCHI

— Detroit Lions (@Lions) January 3, 2016

Stafford to Tim Wright for the TD. Stafford's 30th TD pass of the season

— Dave Birkett (@davebirkett) January 3, 2016

Devin McCourty: McCourty returned from his ankle injury to lead the team with 7 tackles in their Week 17 loss to the Miami Dolphins. For a team riddled with injury throughout the season, having their defensive leader return in the season finale may provide a boost to the Pats leading into the playoffs.

Safety Devin McCourty (ankle), who has missed the last two games, is on the field with the early stretching group.

— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) January 3, 2016

Here's Devin McCourty warming up pregame with Duron Harmon and Logan Ryan. pic.twitter.com/EU79oQj7Ov

— Mike Petraglia (@Trags) January 3, 2016

Brandon Coleman: Coleman had another big game for the Saints, with 5 catches for 81 yards. After a disappointing beginning to his season, Coleman's productivity has improved in recent weeks, bringing reasons for optimism for next season.

First full season in the books and I'm proud and honored to play this game I love with brothers that love the... https://t.co/O42z9ERtR4

— Brandon Coleman (@B_Cole16) January 4, 2016

Brandon Coleman can be a piece of this passing game moving forward. Has made plays when given the chance.

— Joel A. Erickson (@JoelAErickson) January 3, 2016

Saints get out of hole near goal line, @drewbrees pass to @B_Cole16 to 17 for 1st down

— John DeShazier (@JohnDeShazier) January 3, 2016

Mohamed Sanu: Although we still have not seen Sanu throw a pass, the Bengals utilized him in the wildcat again yesterday, rushing twice for 11 yard. With uncertainty at the QB position going into next week's playoff game against the Steelers, we can expect the Bengals to continue to use a wildcat package featuring Sanu. Meanwhile, teammates Tyler Kroft and Clark Harris contributed three special teams tackle in the win over the Ravens.

Mohamed Sanu getting involved early behind center as a Wildcat QB. Something we've seen #Bengals do a lot last three weeks. Still no passes.

— Coley Harvey (@ColeyHarvey) January 3, 2016

Kenny Britt:With Case Keenum in at quarterback, the St. Louis offense has been mediocre at best. Improving offensively will certainly be a point of focus during the Rams' offseason, but Kenny Britt had a great audition to ensure continued reps next year. Britt caught 3 passes for 81 yards. With physical dominance and a huge downfield threat, if Britt is able to improve his consistency, he should be able to be a key asset for St Louis (or the Los Angeles??) Rams.

Case Keenum continues to find @KennyBritt_18 for big plays downfield! 54-yard Highlight | https://t.co/l8iibjsRPZ pic.twitter.com/1dASj7TH6q

— St. Louis Rams (@STLouisRams) January 3, 2016