Tom Owen was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, and played his high school football at Turner (Kansas City, Kansas). From there his career ran through college football at Wichita State and the 1974 NFL Draft, where the San Francisco 49ers took him in the 13th round, and it eventually earned him a Super Bowl ring (Super Bowl XVII).
Shreveport-born Owen played at Wichita State and spent ten NFL seasons (1974–83) with San Francisco, New England, Washington and the New York Giants, earning a Super Bowl XVII ring with Washington.
He was selected in the 13th round (No. 322 overall) of the 1974 NFL Draft. His professional career included 4 teams: San Francisco 49ers, New England Patriots, Washington Redskins and New York Giants.
Career highlights
- Super Bowl champion (XVII)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1974)
Honors as listed in Tom Owen's Wikipedia profile.
Pro career
- San Francisco 49ers (1974–1975)
- New England Patriots (1976–1981)
- Washington Redskins (1982)
- New York Giants (1983)
Teams as listed in the sources below, including practice-squad and offseason stints.
Questions about this player
What high school did Tom Owen go to?
Tom Owen played high school football at Turner (Kansas City, Kansas). He was born in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Is Tom Owen from Shreveport?
Yes. Tom Owen was born in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Where did Tom Owen play college football?
Tom Owen played college football at Wichita State.
When was Tom Owen drafted?
Tom Owen was drafted in the 13th round, No. 322 overall, of the 1974 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers.
What pro teams did Tom Owen play for?
Tom Owen's pro teams include San Francisco 49ers, New England Patriots, Washington Redskins and New York Giants.
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