Tim Bowens
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Tim Bowens | |
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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.