Christopher Owens life and biography

Christopher Owens is an American football cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons of the NFL. He was drafted by the Falcons in the third round of the 2009 NFL Draft.

TRANSACTIONS
Selected as a third round (90th pick overall) draft choice by Atlanta in 2009.

2009 (FALCONS)
Competed in all 16 games, starting in the final six contests at left cornerback. Totaled 34 tackles (24 solo), two interceptions and two passes defensed. Started his first career game against Tampa Bay (11/29) and posted six tackles. Logged three tackles, one pass defensed and his first career interception against Buffalo (12/27). Tied his season-high in tackles (eight) and added one pass defensed and one interception at Tampa Bay (1/3).

COLLEGE
Started 38 of 48 games at San Jose State, including his final 37 contests at right cornerback. Recorded 228 tackles (132 solo), one sack, seven tackles for loss, 20 passes defensed and 13 interceptions. His 13 INTs placed him fourth on the school's career record list.

PERSONAL
Attended Dorsey (Los Angeles, Ca.) High School. Paced his high school team with five interceptions during his senior campaign and was rewarded with first-team all-league honors. Older brother, Alvin, played for the San Diego Riptide of the Arena2 Football League.

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