Daniel William Owens (born March 16, 1967) is a former

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Professional career

Owens played for the Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons between 1990 and 1999 and amassed 33 career sacks. In his last season with the Lions, he started at defensive tackle. He was a solid starter, even though he probably didn't even weigh 290 pounds. He got hurt in week 9 and was lost for the season. Unfortunately for Owens, this injury at his age ended his career.

College career

Owens played college football at the

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where he was All- Pac-10 in 1989.

Personal life

Owens is married to his wife Susie and has four children; Lainey, Mackenzie, Connor, and Haley. He is also part owner of The Forum Athletic Club in

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. He currently serves as the defensive coordinator for the Northview High School football team. American football defensive ends American football defensive tackles USC Trojans football players Atlanta Falcons players Detroit Lions players 1967 births Living people Sportspeople from Whittier, California Ed Block Courage Award recipients {{Defensive-lineman-1960s-stub