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Andy Reid gets Surprise Visit from Former Pupil at Chiefs training Camp : "He’s got a good heart"

The Kansas City Chiefs often host high-profile visitors during training camp. Some pitch in on the field, while others stop by to observe. On Thursday, Hall of Fame wide receiver Terrell Owens visited St. Joseph, Missouri, to catch up with his former coach, Andy Reid.

Reid coached Owens from 2004–2005 with the Philadelphia Eagles. Their time together featured highs and lows. In 2004, Owens posted 77 receptions for 1,200 yards and 14 touchdowns and helped Philadelphia reach Super Bowl XXXIX, where the Eagles fell to the New England Patriots, 24–21.

The 2005 season was marked by off-field drama, particularly involving Owens and quarterback Donovan McNabb. Owens was suspended for multiple games and released after the season. Despite the rocky ending, Reid and Owens have maintained a positive relationship.

“He was in town,” Reid said. “Listen, it’s great to have him. I’ve watched him grow up, and he’s a dad now. His son is with the 49ers and is doing a nice job. He’s got a daughter that’s a heck of a volleyball player. Just watching people grow is a great position that I’m in, to see that. And he’s got a good heart. T.O. has got a good heart.”

Owens’ son, Terique, is following his father as an NFL wide receiver. He signed with the San Francisco 49ers as an undrafted free agent in 2024, spent most of the season on the practice squad, and is competing to make the 49ers’ 53-man roster in 2025.

Despite off-field baggage during his 15-year career, Owens’ talent was undeniable. He ranks eighth all-time in receptions (1,078), third in receiving yards (15,934), and third in receiving touchdowns (153). He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018.

 

Buffalo Bills Become First NFL Team to Launch 3-Year Support Program for Released Players
Buffalo, NY – October 5, 2025 In a groundbreaking move that could reshape how the NFL cares for its athletes, the Buffalo Bills have officially launched the league’s first-ever support program dedicated to players who have been released or are no longer able to continue their football careers. The initiative, announced on Saturday, aims to provide career transition guidance, monthly financial support, and mental health counseling for young players leaving the Bills’ academy system or those cut from the main roster. The program will run for three years, giving participants a stable foundation as they begin new lives beyond football. According to team sources, the monthly allowance will cover basic living costs and educational expenses, ensuring that players can focus on retraining and personal growth instead of financial struggle. A Bills spokesperson said the decision reflects the organization’s long-term commitment to human development, not just athletic success. “Football ends for everyone at some point — but life doesn’t. This program is our promise that every player who wore a Bills uniform will never walk alone.” NFL analysts have called the Bills’ move “a model of compassion and leadership”, noting that it sets a precedent other teams will be pressured to follow. The program also includes workshops on financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and career coaching, helping former players reintegrate into society with purpose and stability. For a franchise known for its heart and community values, this initiative marks another powerful statement. The Buffalo Bills aren’t just building champions on the field — they’re shaping lives beyond it.