Antonio Brown's career with the Buccaneers appears to be coming to an end after an awkward exit from the field in week 17, marking another loss to Tampa Bay's dwindling core. Perhaps another former All-Pro could join the Buccaneers before the postseason.
Hall of Fame wideout Terrell Owens made a brief pitch to return to the NFL. Owens said he can still "contribute at a high level," noting that his run with Tampa will only last a few games.
Owens has gotcha popcorn ready with T.O. and the Hatch podcast. "Most three to four games. So, yes, I think I can go in, I can contribute at a higher level and be productive.
Owens, 48, hasn't played in the NFL since 2010, although he still looks relatively poised to return to the gridiron at some point. And even though Owens is a shell of his former self, are we sure he won't be a productive receiver? He tallied 1,078 receptions and 153 touchdowns in 15 NFL seasons, ending with double-digit touchdowns eight times. Owens caught 72 passes for 983 yards in his final NFL season, a 14-game stint with the Bengals in 2010.
Tampa took a 12-4 lead in 2021 with a win over the Jets on Sunday. Tom Brady & Co. will conclude the regular season on January 9 in a home matchup against the Panthers.