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Former NFL wide receiver Terrell Owens addressed a crowd of about 3,000 family, friends, and fans from McKenzie Arena at the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga on Saturday as one of the newest members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He opted out of participating in the official induction ceremony on Saturday and the events that preceded it.
During the speech, the 44-year-old Owens thanked those who supported him and explained why he decided against attending the ceremony about 500 miles north in Canton, Ohio.
"There's been a lot of speculation and false reports as to why I chose not to be [in Canton],'' Owens said. "I would like to set the record straight. It's not because how many times it took me to be voted to the Hall. It's about the mere fact that the sportswriters are not in alignment with the mission and the core values of the Hall of Fame.''
Owens also acknowledged the rest of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2018 during his speech.
"To my fellow Hall of Famer members, Bob Bethard, Robert Brazille, Brian Dawkins, Jerry Kramer, Ray Lewis, Brian Urlacher, and 'The Freak' Randy Moss, I want to say congratulations to you guys,'' Owens said. "I have already reached out to you guys individually, and I expressed, and I will express it again, my utmost respect for each of you and for what we have accomplished. We are eight of 318 of the greatest players to ever play the game, and that's truly amazing.''
Draft Watch: 49ers attend Illinois DT Jer'Zhan Newton's pro day
By David Bonilla
Apr 16
Bleacher Report's Jordan Schultz reports that the San Francisco 49ers were among several NFL teams in attendance for former Illinois defensive tackle Jer'Zhan Newton's pro day workout. The defender also goes by the name "Johnny."
Illinois DT Johnny Newton, a projected 1st-round pick, just wrapped up an impressive Pro Day — showcasing elite explosion and power after a Jones fracture that he's fully healed from.I'm told the following teams were in attendance, among others:BillsCowboys49ersJets… pic.twitter.com/ggMIiIBkub—
Draft Watch: Western Kentucky WR Malachi Corley visiting 49ers on Wednesday
By David Bonilla
Apr 16
The San Francisco 49ers are hosting several draft prospects this week as the deadline for pre-draft visits draws near. According to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2, the team will host former Western Kentucky wide receiver Malachi Corley on Wednesday.
Corley is expected to be a Day 2 pick. San Francisco owns two selections on Day 2—the No. 63 overall pick in the second round and the No. 94 overall pick in the third round. Currently, the receiver is visiting with the Seattle Seahawks.
Western Kentucky @WKUFootball receiver Malachi Worley
Draft Watch: 49ers met with Appalachian State LB Andrew Parker
By David Bonilla
Apr 21
Justin Melo of The Draft Network reports that the San Francisco 49ers met with former Appalachian State linebacker Andrew Parker as part of their pre-draft evaluations.
.@AppState_FB LB Andrew Parker recorded a team high 114 tackles 2023. 10'4 broad, 38.5" vertical, 6.90 3-cone + 4.26 shuttle at Pro Day.Met scouts from #Titans, #Chargers,
Draft Watch: 49ers interview Kentucky TE Brenden Bates
By David Bonilla
Apr 15
Add another tight end to the list of players the San Francisco 49ers have expressed interest in. Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 reports that the team has spoken with former Kentucky tight end Brenden Bates as part of its pre-draft evaluation process.
Kentucky @UKFootball tight end Brenden Bates (6-5, 247, 4.62, 7.07 3-cone drill) working out privately #Bengals Tuesday, per a league source, interviews with Cincinnati
