Rice Owls#78 · OL Erben Birkhoff
57 Overall rating steady- Height
- 6-3
- Weight
- 321 lb
- Class
- Freshman
- Hometown
- Katy, TX
Erben Birkhoff is an OL (#78) for Rice, from Katy, TX.
Skill profile
Measurables
Height 9
Weight 18
Frame 14
Experience 6
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Career timeline
- NowRice OL: #78
- ClassFreshman
- HometownKaty, TX
Erben Birkhoff: Rice OL profile and stats
Erben Birkhoff is a OL (#78) for Rice, from Katy, TX. This profile tracks Erben Birkhoff's season stats, skill ratings and game log through the 2026 season, and links straight into the Rice roster, the American Conference players hub and the conference schedule. To see where Rice sits in the race, check the live American Conference standings.
Erben Birkhoff in the news
All newsRecapFresno State beat Rice 38-24 (Week 4, 2026)Fresno State beat Rice 38-24 at Valley Children's Stadium. Now Fresno State is 3-1, and Rice is 1-3.2026-09-26RecapWestern Michigan beat Rice 28-21 (Week 3, 2026)Western Michigan beat Rice 28-21 at Rice Stadium. Now Western Michigan is 2-1, and Rice is 1-2.2026-09-19RecapNotre Dame beat Rice 52-0 (Week 2, 2026)Notre Dame beat Rice 52-0 at Notre Dame Stadium. Now Notre Dame is 2-0, and Rice is 1-1.2026-09-12
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Frequently asked questions
What team does Erben Birkhoff play for?
Erben Birkhoff plays for Rice, wearing #78 at OL.
What position does Erben Birkhoff play?
Erben Birkhoff is a OL for Rice.
How tall is Erben Birkhoff?
Erben Birkhoff is 6-3 and weighs 321 lb.
What year is Erben Birkhoff in?
Erben Birkhoff is listed as a freshman on the Rice roster.
Where is Erben Birkhoff from?
Erben Birkhoff is from Katy, TX.