A sixth-round draft pick, Owens had been one the team's biggest surprises during training camp and the preseason. He made the roster over veteran receiver Troy Edwards and return specialist David Allen.

Coach Jack Del Rio said he hoped to re-sign Owens to the practice squad, but the 5-foot-7 Roosevelt High alum will have to clear waivers for that to happen.

Although Owens fumbled two punt returns, neither was lost. The first one bounced off his face mask, and safety Deke Cooper recovered it. The second one dribbled through his hands and onto the ground, but he recovered it himself.

Owens bobbled another punt between the two fumbles, but he was able to secure that one before it fell to the ground.