Seahawks Dust Off Terrell Owens

Added on Aug 07, 2012 by Scott in

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Mr. Me is back! After several unsuccessful attempts at convincing teams he still has the skills to play in the NFL, wide receiver Terrell Owens finally weaseled his way onto a roster. The Seattle Seahawks, who love reclamation projects, inked the petulant playmaker to a one-year deal on Monday, one day after cutting ties with another aging receiver, Antonio Bryant.

Owens looks like he’s in incredible shape, but his physique and conditioning have never been an issue during his lengthy career. The issue lies between his ears. Erratic behavior on and off the field and controversial comments aimed at teammates and coaches have earned him the deserved label of “problem child.”

For whatever reason, head coach Pete Carroll loves talented but troubled wideouts. He managed to milk decent production from ex-first round bust Mike Williams for two seasons before releasing him earlier this summer. He also took a chance on Braylon Edwards last week.

Carroll’s ongoing fascination with aging stars known to rock the boat doesn’t speak well for the likes of Doug Baldwin, Golden Tate, Deon Butler and Ben Obomanu. None of the four youngsters have yet to establish themselves as starting material, so the presence of the 38-year-old Owens could light a fire under them, or end up sealing their fate with the team.

To Owens’ credit, he accepted the league minimum rather than make unreasonable salary demands. After spending the last year loafing his way through the Arena League and ignoring child support payments, TO was in no position to play hardball at the negotiating table.

Plaxico Burress might want to take notice. If rumors are true, the main reason Plax is still unemployed is because his asking price is too high. Handing a guy who was invisible for long stretches in 2011 guaranteed money doesn’t equate to a sound investment.

As for Owens, he has a chance to go head-to-head with Randy Moss in the NFC West. Al he has to do now is make the Seahawks final roster.

Source: NFL.com