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Terrell Owens A Hall of Fame Receiver

Terrell Eldorado Owens was born in Alexander City, Alabama on December 7, 1973. He is widely regarded...

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"Terrell Owens A Hall of Fame Receiver"

Last updated 📅 2024-12-07

Terrell Eldorado Owens was born in Alexander City, Alabama on December 7, 1973. He is widely regarded as one of the most excellent wide receivers in NFL history.

✦ College Career

Owens attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, where he played both football and basketball. In football, he became a starter during his sophomore year. Owens set a school record for consecutive games with a reception and earned first-team All-Southern Conference honors.

✦ Road to the Pro Game

Owens was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the third round (89th overall) of the 1996 NFL Draft.

✦ Football Legacy

Terrell Owens played 15 seasons in the NFL for several teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, Buffalo Bills, and Cincinnati Bengals. Known for his exceptional athleticism, work ethic, and on-field persona, Owens consistently produced remarkable receiving statistics. He is remembered for his spectacular catches, touchdown celebrations, and competitive drive. Owens ranks high in NFL history in receiving yards and receiving touchdowns.

✦ Accolades, Awards, and Career Stats

✦ 6x Pro Bowl selection

✦ 5x First-team All-Pro selection

✦ NFL 2000s All-Decade Team

✦ Holds or shares several NFL records

✦ Ranks third in NFL history in career receiving yards

✦ Ranks third in NFL history in career receiving touchdowns

During his NFL career, Owens amassed 1,078 receptions, 15,934 receiving yards, and 153 receiving touchdowns.

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  • EVENTDAY: December 07
  • FOOTBALL NAME: Terrell Owens
  • FOOTBALL POSITION: Wide Receiver
  • FOOTBALL TEAM: Buffalo Bills, Cincinnati Bengals, Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks
  • NFL JERSEY: Number 81
  • SPORTS: Pro Football Hall of Fame
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