Question 1

What years did Burgess Owens play for the Oakland Raiders?

Accepted Answer

Burgess Owens played as a defensive back for the Oakland Raiders during the early 1980s, with his most notable cards appearing in 1981 Topps releases and related sets from that period.

Question 2

Why do collectors seek Burgess Owens football cards?

Accepted Answer

Collectors pursue Owens cards primarily for vintage Raiders team set completion and to build collections of defensive players from the early 1980s era, when the Raiders were among the NFL's most competitive franchises.

Question 3

Which card brands feature Burgess Owens?

Accepted Answer

Topps was the primary card manufacturer during Owens's playing years, and his cards appear in various Topps football sets from the early 1980s, making them the standard for collectors seeking his cardboard.