Terrell Owens discusses financial struggles after NFL career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:54 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Terrell Owens revealed significant financial difficulties stemming from his NFL career during an appearance at Huddle in the Hamptons. He reported that nearly $80 million he earned was diminished by mismanaged finances, resulting in the need for forensic accountants to uncover discrepancies, including an unauthorized bank account opened in his name. Owens described a gradual realization of his financial state during and after his playing days, which led him to pursue legal action against his former agent, Drew Rosenhaus, though he later withdrew the lawsuit. Currently, Owens is involved in media and business ventures as he seeks to rebuild from his financial setbacks.
- •Owens earned nearly $80 million during his NFL career.
- •He discovered missing money due to financial mismanagement.
- •Forensic accountants found unauthorized bank accounts opened in his name.
- •Owens initially sued Drew Rosenhaus but later dropped the case.
- •He now engages in media and business ventures.
- 6:54 PMYahoo Sports — Terrell Owens on Losing His NFL Fortune: ‘Money Was Just Missing’
"Owens says he eventually hired forensic accountants after discovering missing money.
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