The Dolphins were initially criticized for picking Bowens, as he was overweight and had played only nine games in his college career at Mississippi.[2] He had a terrific rookie season in 1994, and Bowens was named 'TheNFL Defensive Rookie of the Year' by theAssociated Press.[3] He played with the Miami Dolphins for 11 years[4] before he retired after the2004 NFL season. He was inducted into theMiami Dolphins Honor Roll on October 27, 2024.
Tim Bowens was born and grew up inOkolona, Mississippi, one of two county seats in ruralChickasaw County. He played football atOkolona High School. He 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.
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