Terrell Owens Allegedly Attempts Suicide

[ghs/wylax]

Pretty straightforward, but I was pretty shocked. I wonder what the Cowboy's response to this will be.
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,216026,00.html

DALLAS — Dallas Cowboys receiver Terrell Owens attempted suicide Tuesday night by overdosing on pain medication, according to a police report.

The report says Owens even put two more pills into his mouth after fire rescue personnel arrived, according to local media.

The Dallas police report released Wednesday morning said Owens told rescue workers "that he was depressed." The report was first released by WFAA-TV.

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The rescue worker "noticed that (his) prescription pain medication was empty and observed (Owens) putting two pills in his mouth," the police report said. Local FOX affiliate KDFW confirmed from the police report that paramedics found an empty pain medication bottle in Owens' home.

The worker attempted to pry them out with her fingers, then was told by Owens that before this incident he'd taken only five of the 40 pain pills in the bottle he'd emptied. The worker then asked Owens "if he was attempting to harm himself, at which time (he) stated, 'Yes."'

KDFW confirmed from the police report that Owens' publicist called paramedics to the football player's home Tuesday around 7:30 p.m. Central time, saying he had taken a large quantity of prescription pain medication.

The prescription was filled Sept. 18, the day after Owens broke a bone in his hand during a Cowboys game. He later had surgery on that hand.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

[Eclipse]

Wow. Why would this guy want to kill himself? This is really shocking.

[OldGoalie]

Despite my dislike for T.O.s attitude and antics, I feel badly for the guy. Clearly he's been dealing with lots of his own inner demons and, most likely, been battling depression for some time. It may actually explain some of his prior behavior. I just hope that he gets some help/meds/therapy/whatever to overcome it. Football seems pretty secondary at the moment...

[blckout20]

Yea...I agree with OldGoalie except I do kinda like TO. This is just a terrible situation and I hope he gets through everything hes dealing with right now ok and is able to stabalize his life again.

[D3STRO]

there was another report that although the bottle was empty ... he only took 5 ... and if anyone knows any NFL players then you know those guys take ridiculous amounts of pain meds every day ... I think this is being blown a little out of proportion

[laxin21]

The Dallas police report said Owens was asked by rescue workers "if he was attempting to harm himself, at which time [he] stated, 'Yes.'"
Seems like he was trying to kill himself, obviously they would want to cover it up. I dont think he would kill himslef, that would pretty much be the stupidest thing he could do. I dont really know what to think b/c it seems like he tried to kill himself but that doesnt make any sense

[BTlaxripper]

I don't know what to think:

Why would he want to do that?
But then again, he was already sick enough to the point where his friend intervened, and yet he put 2 more pills in his mouth.

Sounds very suspicious.

[OldGoalie]

Everyone keeps jumping to conclusions

His PR person, who was supposedly the one to call 911, said that he had an allergic reaction to the pills and some supplements he took, and that he was so disoriented that when paramedics asked him what happened he had no idea what he was answering.

That sounds more likely than him kiling himself, and is plausable enough for me to hold judement.

Maybe, but then why would his PR person tell the police last night that TO stated he was depressed?

I'm skeptical of the PR person's sudden change in story. Remember, it's her job to make sure TO looks good.

And exactly what "supplements" or "vitamins" would TO be taking that would react with pain killers?

[OldGoalie]

Why would he want to do that?


Clearly he's not well. People who commit/attempt suicide aren't exactly thinking clearly when they do it. His past behavior, combined with what happened last night, is probably indicative of some sort of biploar disorder or depression that he's been battling.

http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/manic.cfm

[Richmond LAX]

okay, ESPN is saying he did not try to kill himself and the reason why he went to the hospital is because he took a pain reliever pill that he was allergic too and started to be like weezing and stuff and his friend didn't know what to do so she called 911 and this rumor started k? don't flame me if this is wrong I am saying what ESPN said.

[Ex-Laxer]

Pretty straightforward, but I was pretty shocked. I wonder what the Cowboy's response to this will be.
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,216026,00.html

DALLAS — Dallas Cowboys receiver Terrell Owens attempted suicide Tuesday night by overdosing on pain medication, according to a police report.

The report says Owens even put two more pills into his mouth after fire rescue personnel arrived, according to local media.

The Dallas police report released Wednesday morning said Owens told rescue workers "that he was depressed." The report was first released by WFAA-TV.

Click on FOXSports.com for more sports coverage

The rescue worker "noticed that (his) prescription pain medication was empty and observed (Owens) putting two pills in his mouth," the police report said. Local FOX affiliate KDFW confirmed from the police report that paramedics found an empty pain medication bottle in Owens' home.

The worker attempted to pry them out with her fingers, then was told by Owens that before this incident he'd taken only five of the 40 pain pills in the bottle he'd emptied. The worker then asked Owens "if he was attempting to harm himself, at which time (he) stated, 'Yes."'

KDFW confirmed from the police report that Owens' publicist called paramedics to the football player's home Tuesday around 7:30 p.m. Central time, saying he had taken a large quantity of prescription pain medication.

The prescription was filled Sept. 18, the day after Owens broke a bone in his hand during a Cowboys game. He later had surgery on that hand.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Seems like pore wittle T.O.'s not getting enough attention in Big D.

Actually, I'm disappointed. I wanted him to be given enough time to destroy the Cowboys, like he did in San Francisco, and almost did in Philly, until they got wise.... :agree:

[Laxmann019]

Thats shocking I'm speachless.

[bringthewood]

Why would he kill himself? He's a star and makes million's. Id be happy.

[FredtheCat]

Why would he kill himself? He's a star and makes million's. Id be happy.

You've never heard the phrase "money can't buy happiness"?

[EricL]

This story is complete bs. I heard that he

1. Allergic to the medication
2. Accidently took too much of pain reliver for his recent surgery/injury.

[WillemD]

He is supposed to talk about it at a press conference at 3:30.

[Live4It]

All that I heard on ESPN this morning about 6 o'clock was T.O had some kind of reaction or something to the pills and got sick and his friend or whoever he was with called 911, I heard later in the day that he actually attempted suicide.

[Live4It]

T.O is talking on CNN right now, he said it was not a sucide attempt, watch it if you want more detail.

[hemp_laxer21]

yeah he is live as i speak he said it wasn't suidcide he took extra supplement pills

[PCHSlax5]

TO is speaking on ESPN as i type and hes pretty much agreeing with the PR lady's points. Its kind of hard to believe the story, but he looks pretty good for suposedly taking 35 pills the night before. The only thing is it would seem he would be in contact with his doctor if he is taking many medications and many pills. You would think he would have taken this combonation before or at least know the risks of taking them together. He has access to the best trainers money can buy, it seems like he would be up to date. I really hope the guy did not try to harm himself because that would be aweful.

[hemp_laxer21]

live4it your first thing was correct

[Frndlefire]

To be honest I am not suprised that someone as, ridiculed, in the public eye as TO would be battling problems. Think about every really showboating, cocky guy you know...how many of them are insecure about themselves and their self-image. I'm personally of the opinion that if you are as desperate for attention as someone like TO, you probably do have some issues.

[LameR]

Hooray for unverified rumors picking up steam only to be shot down!

EDIT: More stuff...

If he had attempted suicide, he wouldn't have been let out of the hospital that quickly.

If he had attempted suicide, I doubt they would've let him drive.

If he had attempted suicide, why would he be smiling so much?

If he had attempted suicide, why would the story he and the woman who called 911 stated make so much sense?

[laxgoalieking]

failures like second nature to this guy now

[vikinglax3522]

i dont think that he actualy did it he has denied it all and i beleive him (for once)

[OldGoalie]

Color me still skeptical. I'm certainly not surprised that he would deny it, but I mean, come on, think about it:

- Why would all 35 other pills be in a drawer, and not in the bottle where they belong? Does that make logical sense? Who takes pills out of the bottle and puts them in a drawer?
- Why would he take the meds again a week after having a previous adverse reaction to the medication last Tuesday? Don't you think he would have learned from the first reaction not to take the painkillers or to request a different one? Supposedly the prescription was filled on Sept. 18th...
- Why would he attempt to take 2 more if he was already feeling incoherent and "unresponsive"?
- Do you really think TO would want the Cowboys or the NFL to know he is having serious issues that can jeopardize his career, in this, his last chance to succeed?

I could be totally wrong here, but I hope the people who care about him and the Cowboys don't sweep this under the rug and assume it was all just "a big misunderstanding." I would do a psych evaluation on the guy right quick.

[Frndlefire]

Color me still skeptical. I'm certainly not surprised that he would deny it, but I mean, come on, think about it:

- Why would all 35 other pills be in a drawer, and not in the bottle where they belong? Does that make logical sense? Who takes pills out of the bottle and puts them in a drawer?
- Why would he take the meds again a week after having a previous adverse reaction to the medication last Tuesday? Don't you think he would have learned from the first reaction not to take the painkillers or to request a different one? Supposedly the prescription was filled on Sept. 18th...
- Why would he attempt to take 2 more if he was already feeling incoherent and "unresponsive"?
- Do you really think TO would want the Cowboys or the NFL to know he is having serious issues that can jeopardize his career, in this, his last chance to succeed?

I could be totally wrong here, but I hope the people who care about him and the Cowboys don't sweep this under the rug and assume it was all just "a big misunderstanding." I would do a psych evaluation on the guy right quick.And keep in mind people, these huge talents like movie stars and professional athletes all have tons of people around them giving them advice "for their own good". Now keeping in mind that these people are worth millions of dollars and keep a lot of rich people rich, his agents, PR person, personal assistant, whomever all have a vested intrest in keeping him popular, productive, and in the public's eye. If TO is suicidal it looks really bad for his reputation as well as possibly interfering with his ability to play football (medical suspension...? liability for the team?). I'm not saying he neccesasily did want to kill himself, but when something like this happens you can't believe the aftermath...look to what happened beforehand.

Further support: Dave Chappel. If anyone read about his Oprah interview he was talking about almost exactly this. He was making a crap ton of money and the people around him wanted to keep getting it so they started manipulating it. We all know that big time sport agents are, almost by definition, manipulating...what would stop them from talking TO into agreeing to play it all off even if it wasn't in his best psychological interests...there's a ton of money involved...


game...point...match

[MainLax28]

You've never heard the phrase "money can't buy happiness"?
Oh, but money can buy happiness. People just don't know how to use the money to buy it.

[OldGoalie]

Lets face it, the only conflicting report to TO and his publicist is a report that was from paramedics. Keep in mind that paramedics arent doctors, they arent experts in diagostics or treatment. All they know how to do is identify the problems, fix simple things to keep the person alive, give the person basic drugs. The fact that they said that he had 35 pills doesnt mean much, it means that they found an empty bottle and assumed the worst and took him in incase he needed his stomach pumped.

Actually, the report is from the police who were on the scene, not the paramedics. Not to say that police don't make mistakes, but what motivation would they have to make that up? And let's be honest, his publicist isn't the most reliable source for "truth." Remember a year ago when TO got sent home from Eagles training camp by Andy Reid (for cursing out Reid)? At the time, Etheredge claimed it was because "he was injured," and meanwhile later that evening TO was taped working out and playing catch in his front yard. So, realize, her job is to protect his image (and her paycheck, of course) at all costs.

I rarely take things at face value anymore. The result of getting older and becoming jaded, I suppose...

[Frndlefire]

I rarely take things at face value anymore. The result of getting older and becoming jaded, I suppose...
growing up with mass media for me...

[OwlsLax2]

My teacher told me this today in English. His exact words were "Class, I have some good news and some bad news. The good news, TO has attempted suicide. The bad news, he didn't succeed." I thought it was pretty funny.

[TRELAX1201]

I sya this early in the day, and I laughed when I heard about it. I asked myself why would a multi-millionaire try to commit suicide, then I realized how much of an idiot he really is. IN A DRAWER, MY PILLS ARE IN A DRAWER, anyone here go home, and take their medication out of the bottle, and store them in there underwear drawer, right next to your wallet? I think I do. (10) The fact that he would even say that is just completely and utterly idiotic. I would like to know the truth. Im leaning toward that he did. Evidence can be explained both ways. Ill see what happens tomrrow

[petejobu22]

Eh...there isn't a reliable source for information on the subject yet, so I think I will hold off my opinion of T.O. til then.

But all of the people who laughed when they heard, what the hell is wrong with you?
A PERSON might have tried to kill himself and that is funny how? Who cares if he is annoying, he is still a person.

[unta8]

This is really sad, I have no respect for owens, but I do feel bad for him.

[TRELAX1201]

Eh...there isn't a reliable source for information on the subject yet, so I think I will hold off my opinion of T.O. til then.

But all of the people who laughed when they heard, what the hell is wrong with you?
A PERSON might have tried to kill himself and that is funny how? Who cares if he is annoying, he is still a person.

Well i laughed because I thoiught it was a joke at first, then i realized it was so serious...

[ftDpole35]

i heard he took like 30 pills. he prob. just wants attention... (even though he rakes in 26 million a year!!)

[raykessler]

just because someone has a lot of money, or is a great athlete, or is famous dosn't mean he can't be depressed. I feel for the guy, he should take the rest of the season off, get some therapy, and get his priorities straight.

[MrMcCants32]

30 pills will get you more than attention ftDpole35. money cant buy everything

[GarysGod]

you really need to change the title, it was an alleged suicide get it straight.

[Frndlefire]

you really need to change the title, it was an alleged suicide get it straight.
well if we're going to split hairs it would be an alleged attempted suicide...

[LameR]

Color me still skeptical. I'm certainly not surprised that he would deny it, but I mean, come on, think about it:

- Why would all 35 other pills be in a drawer, and not in the bottle where they belong? Does that make logical sense? Who takes pills out of the bottle and puts them in a drawer?
- Why would he take the meds again a week after having a previous adverse reaction to the medication last Tuesday? Don't you think he would have learned from the first reaction not to take the painkillers or to request a different one? Supposedly the prescription was filled on Sept. 18th...
- Why would he attempt to take 2 more if he was already feeling incoherent and "unresponsive"?
- Do you really think TO would want the Cowboys or the NFL to know he is having serious issues that can jeopardize his career, in this, his last chance to succeed?

I could be totally wrong here, but I hope the people who care about him and the Cowboys don't sweep this under the rug and assume it was all just "a big misunderstanding." I would do a psych evaluation on the guy right quick.


Interesting points, especially the first two, but the 2 more he took were (according to him) nutrition supplements that he takes daily. The impression I got was that these were not what caused his reaction, or at least he didn't think so. Him, being a workout freak, likely didn't want to miss any of his supplements.

[LameR]

i heard he took like 30 pills. he prob. just wants attention... (even though he rakes in 26 million a year!!)

Get some, any information before you post your opinion.

[GarysGod]

well if we're going to split hairs it would be an alleged attempted suicide...

thank you a lot

[tiplax]

what are your opinions now that they releaed the 911 phonecall tape?

Basically it is his publiscist saying OMG TO took to many pills? What should i do if he already swallowed the?
then the Paramedic is like, "mam we'll be right over"

The lady never said anything about TO commiting suicide

[OldGoalie]

The story seems to check out, and he likely wouldn't be giving a press conference if he did indeed take 40 pills the night before and not have his stomach pumped. Still, I wonder if the guy is not still fairly unstable and needs help in some capacity. For his sake I hope he gets it.

Secondly, I found his "publicist" to be highly lacking in credibility. Her body language during her part of the press conference was quite telling - she looked as though she were doing major spin control and cover up, and looked really uncomfortable. She also struck me as fairly stupid. At one point she referred to TO as "a man of his statue"...some publicist - she barely has a grasp of the English language.

[WHEELAX2]

I just wish they would get off the whole T.O. thing. Frankly, I don't really care, and ESPN seems to have a personal vendetta against him. It's like they are just waiting for him to screw up.. WHO CARES??

[petejobu22]

I just wish they would get off the whole T.O. thing. Frankly, I don't really care, and ESPN seems to have a personal vendetta against him. It's like they are just waiting for him to screw up.. WHO CARES??
I feel the same way....its over and done with no need to report on the same exact thing. If something changes, update us...but if not, drop it already.

[malax31]

does anything surprise you with TO anymore?? And as USA today put so well....Kim Ethridge (his publsist) has passed Drew Rosenhouse for worst at diverting attention

[Frndlefire]

I just wish they would get off the whole T.O. thing. Frankly, I don't really care, and ESPN seems to have a personal vendetta against him. It's like they are just waiting for him to screw up.. WHO CARES??while I agree and think a lot of the stuff they've been reporting on lately has been unneccesary, if they hadn't been hounding him so much I still think they would have reported this...