A letter to Terrel

Dear Terrel Owens,

  I feel bad for everything that you went through. I understand why you abhor the media. I agree that the media can render what ever you to say to create a huge deal out of nothing. A recent example is when RGlll's dad ran into the locker room to see he was okay after the game because he was hit hard and he looked hurt. According to many locker room associates and other players they were absolutely fine with it and understand his fathers actions. However the media made a big deal over this and even announced this to the public. We can relate this to many situations you were in. An example is when you were renegotiating your contract. It was a simple discussion but the media made a huge deal about it saying that you were selfish. You were just trying to establish the fact that you want to pay what you are worth. Another example is when in your book you wrote about the interview with the college student. You said that you were slightly disappointed when you the Eagles organization didn't advertise his 100th touchdown. This is a big achievement considering that only 5 other people achieved this. You expressed your opinion saying, "It showed a lack of class by the organization." This resulted in a huge media story saying that you were expecting to much and that you were selfish. Also they criticized your determination to play in the super bowl saying things such as you are selfish and that you are just bringing the team down when you had an amazing performance.I know that the media has been harsh on you but your book helped us understand your side of the story and helped us realize that you are a good person.

~Vardhan Avasarala