Jeff Owens (born October 14, 1986) is a former

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. He was drafted by the

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in the seventh round of the

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. He played

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Early years

Owens played

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Professional career

Philadelphia Eagles

Owens was selected by the

in the seventh round (243rd overall) of the

. 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

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on September 5. He was promoted to the active roster on December 21. He was placed on

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on December 29 after suffering a left patellar tendon rupture in a week 16 game against the

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. He was waived on July 28, 2011, after failing his physical.

High School Coaching

As of the 2011 football season, Owens is coaching the defensive line at West Forsyth High School in Cumming, Georgia. The 2011 Wolverines advanced to the third round of the GHSA playoffs, their best year to date.

Personal life

He is a member of Zeta Nu chapter of

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fraternity.

References

External links

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Official blogPhiladelphia Eagles bioGeorgia Bulldogs bio
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