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Terrell Owens cites media disrespect, having to wait for Hall of Fame for Canton absence

Terrell Owens will not be individually honored at the Hall of Fame ceremony next month. Owens has said he won't be in Canton, Ohio for the festitivies but will give give his induction speech. Time

Former Cincinnati Bengals receiver Terrell Owens explained his decision to skip his upcoming Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement in Canton, citing his relationship with the media and perceived disrespect over voters forcing him to wait three years to be inducted.

"What I will say is that my character is something that I will always defend," Owens told TMZ.