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Saints could have selected Tyler Owens, standout Commanders player

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 10:21 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Saints could have selected Tyler Owens, standout Commanders player

Summary

Tyler Owens, a standout performer for the Washington Commanders, went viral following his play in their Week 1 game against the Philadelphia Eagles. The New Orleans Saints, who assessed Owens before the 2024 NFL Draft, identified him as the best special teams player in that draft class but ultimately did not select him. Owens, a safety with notable athleticism, signed with the Commanders after going undrafted. His highlight-reel moment has sparked discussions about how the Saints may have missed a key player for their special teams.

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By the Numbers

•Tyler Owens made headlines with a viral special teams play.
•Saints brought Owens in for a pre-draft visit in 2024.
•Owens was viewed as the best special teams player in his draft class.
•Owens signed with the Washington Commanders after going undrafted.
•Saints face a potential gap in special teams depth.

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10:21 PMYahoo Sports — Saints Missed Chance at Viral NFC East Powerhouse Player

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Tyler Owens has been going viral this week. In many of the video clips, his name isn’t even mentioned. It’s simply a highlight from the Washington Commanders‘ Week 1 game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Owens is shown lining up on punt coverage for the Commanders, and he runs through all sorts of playres on his […] The post Saints Missed Chance at Viral NFC East Powerhouse Player appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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