Joseph T. Owens (November 8, 1946 – June 9, 2013) was an American football defensive end in the National Football League. He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the 9th round of the 1969 NFL Draft. He played college football at Alcorn State University. Owens also played for the San Diego Chargers and Houston Oilers. References 1946 births 2013 deaths People from Columbia, Mississippi Players of American football from Mississippi American football defensive ends Alcorn State Braves football players San Diego Chargers players New Orleans Saints players Houston Oilers players