From Glenelg to the NFL: Wande Owens Signs with the Buffalo Bills

Wande Owens just added his name to Howard County football history—again. The former Glenelg standout signed with the Buffalo Bills as an undrafted free agent, taking the next step in a journey fueled by grit, versatility, and relentless work ethic.

You might remember Owens as the kid who couldn’t stop racking up rushing yards. He’s Howard County’s all-time rushing leader (6,361 yards), broke the county’s single-season record twice, and joined elite company as just the second Maryland high school player to ever eclipse 6,000 yards—alongside Dunbar legend Tavon Austin.

But Owens didn’t coast on high school glory. He reinvented himself at Yale, switching to defense and becoming a two-time All-Ivy League and All-New England selection. He finished his college career at New Hampshire, where he led the team in tackles and turned heads with his athleticism, posting a 9.59 out of 10 relative athletic score—a rare mark that highlights speed, strength, and agility.

Now, Owens joins a young, competitive Bills secondary. His old coach, Butch Schaffer, says he’s the ultimate team player—early to practice, late to leave, and all-in every day.

There’s no guarantee in the NFL, especially for undrafted players. But if history’s any guide, Wande Owens isn’t just showing up—he’s showing out.