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Steve Owens is a former running back out of Oklahoma, selected by the Detroit Lions with the 19th overall pick (round 1) in the 1970 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the Detroit Lions.
Draft Details
Steve Owens Career Stats
- Pro Bowl (1971)
- Heisman Trophy (1969)
- SN Player of the Year (1969)
- Walter Camp Award (1969)
- Chic Harley Award (1969)
- Unanimous All-American (1969)
- Second-team All-American (1968)
- 2× Big Eight Player of the Year (1968, 1969)
Career Totals
| Rushing yards | Rushing average | Rushing touchdowns | Receptions | Receiving yards | Receiving touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2,451 | 3.9 | 20 | 99 | 861 | 2 |
Career History
- Detroit Lions (1970–1974)
Born: Gore, Oklahoma, U.S. · Height: 6-2
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |  PIT |
Terry Bradshaw | QB | Louisiana Tech |
| 1 | 3 |  CLE |
Mike Phipps | QB |  Purdue |
| 1 | 4 |  NE |
Phil Olsen | DT | Utah State |
| 1 | 5 |  BUF |
Al Cowlings | DE |  USC |
| 1 | 6 |  PHI |
Steve Zabel | LB |  Oklahoma |
| 1 | 8 |  ARI |
Larry Stegent | RB |  Texas A&M |
| 1 | 9 |  SF |
Cedrick Hardman | DE | North Texas |
| 1 | 10 |  NO |
Ken Burrough | WR | Texas Southern |
| 1 | 11 |  DEN |
Bobby Anderson | RB |  Colorado |
| 1 | 12 |  ATL |
John Small | DT | Citadel |
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