Ray Owens is a former professional American football player who played as a defensive back. He was born on December 12, 1941, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Owens played college football at Southern University before being drafted into the National Football League (NFL). Owens had a notable career in the NFL, playing for teams such as the San Francisco 49ers and the New York Giants. He was known for his skills in pass coverage and tackling, contributing to his teams' defensive strategies during his playing years in the 1960s and 1970s.