Tim Bowens

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Tim Bowens
Date of birth February 7, 1973
Place of birth Okolona, MS
Position(s) DT
College Mississippi
NFL Draft 1994 / Round 1/ Pick 20
Pro Bowls 2
Awards 1994 AP Defensive ROY
Statistics
Team(s)
1994-2004 Miami Dolphins

Tim Bowens (born February 7, 1973) is a former American Football player who used to play defensive tackle for the Miami Dolphins of the NFL. In 1994 Bowens was named The NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year by the Associated Press. He retired after the 2004 NFL season after back injuries took their toll.

[edit] High school career

At Okolona High School in Okolona, Mississippi, Tim Bowens was an All-State pick as a senior and an All-District pick as a junior and senior. As a senior, he led his team to the Class AA semifinals and an 11-2 record. He was also a two-year letter winner in basketball.