Owens' autograph escapade leads to charity partnership with pen-maker

SAN FRANCISCO - Terrell Owens was only looking for a laugh when he pulled a Sharpie pen from his sock and autographed a football in the end zone. <br> <br> But it became a defining moment for the San Francisco 49ers&#39; All-Pro receiver, with some fans and players accusing him of poor sportsmanship. <br> <br> Oddly enough, the controversy also sparked an unusual athlete-sponsor relationship between Owens and the makers of Sharpie pens. <br> <br> In Atlanta Tuesday, Owens and the pen-makers will begin a nationwide charity campaign bringing money and supplies to schools. <br> <br> It&#39;s all thanks to Owens&#39; choice of writing instruments. <br> <br> Owens says that what began as a little fun has turned into a chance for him to make a difference with school children.

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