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NFL fans were stunned to learn that Terrell Owens’ son, Terique, is trying out for the San Francisco 49ers.
One of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history, Terrell Owens spent his first eight seasons with the 49ers (1996 to 2003), forming an explosive pass-catching tandem with fellow Hall of Famer Jerry Rice.
After three seasons at Missouri State, Terique Owens signed with the 49ers as an undrafted free agent in 2024. Unfortunately, he suffered a hand injury during training camp and was waived by the 49ers before the regular season began.
During Saturday night’s preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Terique Owens made his first (unofficial) NFL catch, a 17-yard reception from Mac Jones:
Terique Owens, son of @terrellowens, hauls in the reception 🙌
Watch on @NFLNetwork
Stream on @NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/rhQubtxq8T— NFL (@NFL) August 16, 2025
NFL fans were shocked to learn that the son of Terrell Owens is trying out for the 49ers.
“This makes me feel so old,” a fan wrote.
This makes me feel so old
— Vikings95 (@Vikings95Cards) August 16, 2025
“terrell owens has a son on the 49ers?” asked another.
terrell owens has a son on the 49ers? pic.twitter.com/3EUF5EaX9s
— PrizePicks (@PrizePicks) August 16, 2025
“reading this post like,” wrote the BetRivers Sportsbook X/Twitter account with a GIF from Saving Private Ryan.
reading this post like pic.twitter.com/Ick3EkY0w4
— BetRivers Sportsbook (@BetRivers) August 16, 2025
“This is a sight to witness!! Terrel is proud!” a fan said.
This is a sight to witness!!
Terrel is proud! pic.twitter.com/8b2h3mRICj
— Money (@MetaMoneyX) August 16, 2025
“Big shadow from pops,” wrote another.
Big shadow from pops.
— Ryan DeQuiroz (@Ryan_DeQuiroz) August 16, 2025
“How fitting he’s a niner 😮,” said a user.
How fitting he's a niner 😮
— Vlad 🧀🏈 (@VladB004) August 16, 2025
With All-Pro wideout Brandon Aiyuk expected to be out until Week 6 and veteran receiver Demarcus Robinson facing a suspension for a DUI offense, the 49ers have several temporary WR openings. Only time will tell if Terique follows the footsteps of Terrell Owens by beginning his NFL career right here in the Bay Area.
Two weeks ago, the 49ers signed former 1,000-yard receiver Robbie Chosen (formerly “Robbie Anderson”) to bolster their WR room. If Owens and the 49ers’ other backups don’t cut it in the preseason, GM John Lynch may add more receivers via trade or free agency.
Owens was named to the Pro Bowl in three of his eight seasons as a 49er, earning the honors three years in a row from 2000 to 2002. He exceeded the 1,000-yard mark five times, including a career-high 1,451 yards in 2000.
