Cowboys Take Chance on Owens

Terrell Owens has gone from stomping on the Dallas Cowboys’ star logo to wearing it on his helmet.

The reviled receiver joined the Cowboys on Saturday, signing a three-year, $25-million contract to play for Jerry Jones and Coach Bill Parcells in what promises to be an interesting combination of strong personalities.

The contract includes a $5-million signing bonus, with salaries of $5 million this year, $8 million in 2007 and $7 million in 2008.

“I’m a star among stars now,” a smiling Owens said.

There’s no questioning his talent -- Owens has consistently put up numbers the Cowboys have lacked since Michael Irvin was in his prime.

It’s his attitude that prompted the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles to get rid of Owens.

His relationship with the Eagles soured only months after he led them to the Super Bowl, finally ending with his release Tuesday.

Until the Eagles banished him after nine games last season, Owens had at least 75 receptions and 1,100 yards receiving in five straight seasons. The last time a Cowboy receiver hit both figures in one season was Irvin in 1997.

Jones said team officials began considering the idea of acquiring Owens in November, once it was apparent he wouldn’t be back with the Eagles.