Terique Owens scores his first NFL TD in 49ers preseason

The San Francisco 49ers closed their preseason with a 30-23 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers at Levi’s Stadium, a result that technically carries no standings weight but produced a memorable moment for the home crowd: Terique Owens, the son of Hall of Famer Terrell Owens, caught his first NFL touchdown as an undrafted rookie trying to break through the roster. The highlight came late in the game as San Francisco mounted a steady drive, culminating in a 22-yard scoring catch that showcased the athletic ability Terique inherits from his father.

With just over three minutes remaining, the 49ers faced a 2nd-and-13 near the red zone. Carter Bradley, playing in the finale, found Terique Owens in traffic, and the young receiver sprinted toward the right pylon, slipping behind the defense for the score. The play wasn’t flawless, but Owens’ reaction after securing the ball underscored the significance of the moment: a breakthrough that felt bigger than a preseason game.

Terique Owens’ journey to this moment has been unconventional. He went undrafted in 2024 and signed with the 49ers, spending the season on the practice squad after a college career that included stints at Florida...