Move over, Tom Brady. The GOAT is no longer the oldest active football player.
That’s because Terrell Owens is returning to the gridiron, not the 100-yard one.
The 48-year-old, Hall of Fame wide receiver has signed on with Fan Controlled Football, the 7-on-7 league heading into its second season on April 16.
“I’m looking forward to throwing with Johnny (Manziel) or whomever the quarterback may be,” Owens told ESPN. “If it’s Johnny Football, it doesn’t matter if it’s Pee Wee Herman, as long as they throw the ball where it needs to be and … put it in my catch radius, I’m going to do my best to make some stuff happen with it.”
Owens joins Manziel and Josh Gordon as “name” players to appear in FC. Manziel and Gordon played in the first season and the Heisman winner from Texas A&M is back for 2022.
Owens referenced Brady in his discussion with ESPN.
“If Tom Brady can do it, if they can marvel at some of the things he’s done, I’m no different than Tom,” Owens said of the 44-year-old Brady. “Yeah, I play the receiver position. Obviously, the risk is much higher, but with anything, with any sport, injuries are part of the game. I don’t go into a situation with the notion that I am going to get hurt or I can’t take a hit; that makes no sense to me. For me, I know that I’m a special individual.
“So if [an opportunity to play in the NFL] arises or comes about because of playing in Fan Controlled Football league because they see me take hits … then so be it. But that’s not what I’m actively pursuing. It’s a partnership with Fan Controlled Football league. It’s to help grow what they’re trying to do, even attract some guys who may be at home, not doing anything.”
Fubo Sports Network will also provide extra access to Owens.
Owens will mic’d up so fans can hear his live on-field takes throughout each game.
The alternate gameday broadcast will include Owens’ behind-the-scenes access and sideline interviews with celebrity guests, FCF owners, and players.
Owens is already a Fubo Sports Network personality as a host on the network’s original show, “Getcha Popcorn Ready With T.O. & Hatch.”
“I can’t wait to play football at a high level again,” said Owens. “I’m happy to be part of a league that is redefining the game and bringing a level of fan interaction to sports that has never been done before. I’m pumped to have fans dial up the plays for me and will see you all on April 16!”
