“I just feel T.O. is going to carry on the tradition. I feel like my job is done.”
—Football legend Jerry Rice

“When I watch T.O. work, I see myself.”
—Rice

“The only thing that will keep Terrell Owens from being the best is Terrell Owens.”
—49ers receivers coach George Stewart

“Terrell does it all. He doesn't take plays off. He blocks in the running game. He plays hard the whole game.”
—Rams cornerback Dexter McCleon

“It's always a mismatch. If you try to get into his body, forget it. He'll just throw you aside.”
—Falcons cornerback Ray Buchanan

“You've got to keep his yardage after the catch limited; that is probably the most important thing. He's a threat short, in the quick passing game. He can break a tackle and go all the way.”
—Redskins secondary coach George Catavolos

“When he catches the ball and runs, it's like he runs with anger.”
—Former 49ers quarterback Jeff Garcia

“He's next generation, no doubt. If you let him get position on you, it's over.”
—Redskins cornerback Fred Smoot

“He's a lot like Michael Irvin. He's a tough matchup for corners because he is 6-3. He's better in the fourth quarter than the first.”
—Saints GM Randy Mueller

“I'd say he's a pretty mellow guy in everyday life. He has his moments where he gets kind of wild like he does on the field, but for the most part he's a reserved dude.”
—Former teammate J.J. Stokes

“Terrell Owens is the ultimate NFL athlete, exuding true passion, high every, and raw talent. Terrell stands out as a dominant figure in football.”
—President of Visual Concepts Entertainment Greg Thomas

“You know, you go to Pro Bowls and you see different guys that just kind of go through the motions at the Pro Bowls. He's pretty much, the same as it is right now. You know, just continue to get good work in, run routes hard, catch the ball, and get a burst up field. You don't see that much, especially with guys who make the Pro Bowl, their egos kind of get in the way. They think they are the best at what they do and then kind of take it easy out there. He's trying to get better."
—Eagles QB Donovan McNabb

"If [Owens] is thinking that people think he's selfis,h he's listening to 5 percent of the people out there."
—Hall of Famer Steve Young