Koons Signs Free Agent Deal With Buffalo
June 11, 2004 | Football
June 11, 2004
Louisville, Ky. - Former University of Louisville football players Dan Koons and Rod Day are looking to continue their professional careers in the NFL, while another former Cardinal hopes to stick around with professional another squad.
Koons, a three-year starter at center for the Cardinals, signed a free agent deal with the Buffalo Bills, while Day received a try out on June with the Falcons to play outside linebacker. Koons signed a two-year deal with the Bills on Friday and will begin practice next week.
Former tight end Richard Owens is currently in developmental camp with the Minnesota Vikings. He's working as one of the back up tight ends and is also being used as an H-back in various formations.
"I have a great opportunity up here with the Vikings," said Owens. "I've really enjoyed getting the opportunity to prove myself and showing people what I can do.
Koons ended his career with 33 straight starts at center and was the anchor of the offensive line, while Day was third on the team with 94 tackles.
"I'm looking forward to getting going," said Koons. "It's been a long road, but I'm glad to be in a camp. I'm just going to give it a good shot and see what happens."
Said Day,"I'm real excited about it. The want me to come down and get some times for me. I also have a couple offers with Calagary and Montreal in the Canadian Football League. But its always been a dream to play in the NFL, and now I have that opportunity."
