Owens discusses McNabb, his own future in Philly

ESPN.COM ^ | Nov. 4, 2005 | ESPN.com news services

[scott says]

In an exclusive interview with ESPN.com contributor Graham Bensinger, the outspoken wide receiver also said injuries to Donovan McNabb have slowed the Eagles (4-3) this season.

"If Donovan wasn't hurt our record would probably be better," Owens said Thursday night.

ESPN analyst Michael Irvin recently said the Eagles would be undefeated if Favre were the starting quarterback.

Asked for his thoughts on Irvin's comment, Owens said: "That's a good assessment, I would agree with that, just with what [Favre] brings to the table.

"A number of commentators will say he's a warrior, he's played with injuries. I feel like him being knowledgeable about the quarterback position, I feel like we'd probably be in a better situation."

Owens returned to practice Thursday after suffering a sprained ankle in the loss to Denver on Sunday. He's listed as questionable for Philadelphia's game, but told ESPN.com, "I would say I'm closer to playing than not."

McNabb has been bothered by injuries all season. He's been hampered by a sports hernia since Week 1, and also has a bruised chest and shin. McNabb missed his second straight practice Thursday with a rib injury and was downgraded to questionable.

Owens also hard harsh things to say about the Eagles for not publicly recognizing his 100th career touchdown catch Oct. 23 at home against the Chargers.

"That right there just shows you the type of class and integrity that they claim not to be," said Owens, who became the sixth receiver in NFL history to reach the milestone. "They claim to be first class and the best organization. It's an embarrassment. It just shows a lack of class they have. My publicist talked to the head PR guy, and they made an excuse they didn't recognize that was coming up.

[Psycho_Runner]

"ESPN news reporting that TO suspended indefinitely by the team...its about time, what a moron he is, jeesh...."

I just heard that on TV...Me thinks the Eagles had their ducks in order prior to his interview. How else can you explain the fast suspension. 2 Day turnaround on this drastic action. All the paperwork was in place in addition to all of the other requirements.

My only worry is that Al Davis will pick him up for a discount. That is all my beloved and kind Raiders need.

[scott says]

I don't know how this will play out, but the Eagles were justified in suspending the clown. He goes on a pretty big TV network and says the team has" no class, ect"....they had to do this, should have done it yesterday. His "apology" was a joke...clueless idiot....I hope NO team picks him up, we will see.