Overview

• Owens discussed his status at a media availability during NASCAR’s Coke Zero 400 in Daytona Beach, where he served as Grand Marshal.
• He said the operation in July addressed just one cervical level, which he described as the best case scenario for this procedure.
• Despite a successful surgery, he cautioned that there is no guarantee of an in-ring return because the outcome depends on how the bones fuse.
• He expressed hope to be back within a year but emphasized the decision hinges on medical clearance after ongoing evaluation.
• Responding to online chatter about recent photos, Owens posted on X telling fans not to worry about his weight, joking that he is still fat.