Daniel William Owens (born March 16, 1967) is a former American football defensive lineman. He was selected by the Detroit Lions in the second round of the 1990 NFL Draft.
Professional career
Owens played for the Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons between 1990 and 1999 and amassed 33 career sacks.
Dan played his first 6 season with the Lions. He signed as a free agent with Atlanta in 1996 and played 2 years with the Falcons. He returned to the Lions in 1998. In his first season back with the Lions, he started at defensive tackle. He got hurt in week 9 and was lost for the season. He rehabbed from a dislocated right knee that tore his ACL, PCL, LCL and meniscus cartilage to play in 1999.
College career
Owens played college football at the University of Southern California where he was 1st team All-Pac-10 in 1988 and 1989. Started every game in college career (48). Helped USC win 3 PAC 10 championships. Played in 3 Rose Bowls 88,89,90 and the Citrus Bowl 87. Blocked a punt in the 1990 Rose Bowl game.
Personal life
Owens is married to his wife Susie and has four children; Lainey, Mackenzie, Connor, and Haley. He is also part owner of The Forum Athletic Club in Alpharetta, Atlanta Georgia.