faba Posted November 4, 2005 Share Posted November 4, 2005 Eagles receiver Owens apologizes for latest remarksAssociated Press PHILADELPHIA -- Terrell Owens apologized to the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday, one day after blasting the organization for not publicly recognizing his 100th career touchdown catch two weeks ago. Terrell Owens Wide Receiver Philadelphia Eagles Profile 2005 SEASON STATISTICS Rec Yds TD Avg Long YAC 47 763 6 16.2 91 337 "I've had an opportunity to talk with the Eagles organization and I have learned that the team does not recognize individual achievements," Owens said in a prepared statement. "It has been brought to my attention that I have offended the organization and my teammates. Therefore, I would like to apologize for any derogatory comments toward them." Shortly before Owens' apology, coach Andy Reid didn't rule out suspending the All-Pro wideout following his latest comments, which included more criticism of quarterback Donovan McNabb. "I take care of those things in-house," Reid said. "I obviously will address the player and those people I need to talk to and work this thing out." It's unlikely Owens would be suspended now that he's apologized. In an interview with ESPN.com on Thursday, Owens took shots at the team and McNabb. He made his 100th career TD reception in a victory over San Diego on Oct. 23, but the accomplishment was not acknowledged on the video screen. Should the Eagles suspend T.O. following his latest remarks and subsequent apology? Yes No "That right there just shows you the type of class and integrity that they claim not to be," said Owens, who became the sixth receiver in NFL history to reach the milestone. "They claim to be first class and the best organization. It's an embarrassment. It just shows a lack of class they have. My publicist talked to the head PR guy, and they made an excuse they didn't recognize that was coming up. But that was a blatant lie. Had it been somebody else, they probably would have popped fireworks around the stadium." Owens also said the Eagles (4-3) would be better off with Green Bay's Brett Favre at quarterback. "A number of commentators will say he's a warrior, he's played with injuries," Owens said of Favre. "I feel like him being knowledgeable about the quarterback position, I feel like we'd probably be in a better situation." Owens and McNabb feuded throughout the summer and didn't speak to each other for a prolonged period. McNabb, a five-time Pro Bowl quarterback who helped the Eagles win the NFC championship last season, has played through several injuries this season, including a sports hernia that will require surgery. Owens has 47 catches for 763 yards and six TDs in seven games. He's been upset with the Eagles since management refused to redo his contract just one season into the seven-year, $48.97 million deal he signed when he came to Philadelphia in March 2004. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BwanaZulia Posted November 4, 2005 Share Posted November 4, 2005 Well, at least they will have something to talk about this week on all of the pre-game shows. Thank God I will be at the stadium and will miss every-single-on-of-them. BZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shawn306 Posted November 4, 2005 Share Posted November 4, 2005 I really wish someone like Brian Dawkins would just punch him in the mouth and tell him to SHUT THE F UP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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