Jeff Owens
American football defensive tackle
Jeff Owens (born October 14, 1986) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the seventh round of the 2010 NFL draft. He played college football for the Georgia Bulldogs.
Early life
Owens played high school football at Plantation High School in Plantation, Florida.
Professional career
Owens was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the seventh round (243rd overall) of the 2010 NFL draft. He was signed to a four-year contract on June 4, 2010. He was waived on September 4, but re-signed to the team's practice squad on September 5. He was promoted to the active roster on December 21. He was placed on injured reserve on December 29 after suffering a left patellar tendon rupture in a week 16 game against the Minnesota Vikings. He was waived on July 28, 2011, after failing his physical.
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