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Just Shut Up
By Jeremy | July 20, 2006
The conceit that is Terrell Owens reached new heights this week when he compared his contract dispute with the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles (he's demanding to renegotiate a 7-year, $49 million contract after just 1 season) to Jesus.
"At the end of the day, I don't have to worry about what people think of me, whether they hate me or not. People hated on Jesus. They threw stones at him and tried to kill him, so how can I complain or worry about what people think?"Phil Sheridan of the Philadelphia Inquirer brilliantly lampoons Owen's arrogrance.
At first it seems absurd. But mull it over for a little while, reflect on the story of Jesus a bit, and there is more common ground than you think.
Jesus was born in Bethlehem. Owens' Eagles career began at training camp in Bethlehem, Pa.
Jesus fed the multitudes with loaves and fishes. Owens wants more bread and thinks there was something fishy about his original deal.
Jesus walked on water. Owens reminds people of Ricky Watters.
Jesus rose from the dead after just three days. Owens came back from a broken ankle in just five weeks to play in the Super Bowl.
Jesus made wine from water. Owens made whine from a $49 million contract.
So you see, they are more alike than it first appears. And it makes perfect sense for Owens to compare reaction to his holdout to the persecution of Jesus.
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