 After hearing about McQueen's story, the 49ers flew him and his parents to San Francisco as a guest of the team for the weekend.McQueen met with team players on December 16, 2000, then attended the team's game against the Chicago Bears the next day.Calling McQueen an "inspiration", wide receiver Terrell Owens promised to catch a touchdown for his visitor, then did so and delivered the ball to McQueen after the game.