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James Owens
James Owens is a former running back out of UCLA, selected by the San Francisco 49ers with the 29th overall pick (round 2) in the 1979 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the San Francisco 49ers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Draft Details
James Owens Career Stats
Career Totals
| Rushing yards | Rushing average | Rushing touchdowns |
|---|---|---|
| 944 | 3.5 | 8 |
Career History
- San Francisco 49ers (1979–1980)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1981–1984)
Born: Sacramento, California, U.S. · Height: 5-11
Draft Class Context
James Owens was the 6th of 35 RBs selected in the 1979 draft. The 29th overall pick has been used 59 times in draft history. Its most productive selection was Cordarrelle Patterson in 2013, who played 168 games. UCLA had 7 players drafted in 1979, among them Manu Tuiasosopo and Jerry Robinson. Career statistics for him are not currently held in this database; coverage is thinner for earlier draft classes.
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