Bubba McDowell facts for kids
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McDowell with Prairie View A&M in 2022
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| Born: | November 4, 1966 Fort Gaines, Georgia, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | ||||||||||
| Weight: | 206 lb (93 kg) | ||||||||||
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| High school: | Merritt Island (Merritt Island, Florida) | ||||||||||
| College: | Miami (FL) | ||||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1989 / Round: 3 / Pick: 77 | ||||||||||
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Leonard "Bubba" McDowell was born on November 4, 1966. He is a well-known American football coach and a former player. Bubba played as a safety in the National Football League (NFL). A safety is a defensive player who helps stop big plays. He played for seven seasons with the Houston Oilers and the Carolina Panthers. Before turning professional, he played college football at the University of Miami. The Oilers picked him in the third round of the 1989 NFL draft.
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Bubba McDowell's Playing Career
Bubba McDowell was a talented safety. He played for the Houston Oilers from 1989 to 1994. After that, he joined the Carolina Panthers in 1995. During his time as a player, he was recognized for his skills. In 1991, he was named Second-team All-Pro. This means he was one of the best players in his position that year.
College Football Success
Before joining the NFL, Bubba played for the Miami Hurricanes. He was part of the team that won a national championship in 1987. This was a big achievement for his college team. He was also named First Team All-South Independent in 1988.
Bubba McDowell's Coaching Journey
After his playing career, Bubba McDowell became a football coach. He spent many years coaching at Prairie View A&M University. He started as a defensive backs coach from 2012 to 2018. Then, he became the assistant head coach from 2019 to 2021.
Becoming a Head Coach
On January 4, 2022, Bubba McDowell was named the head coach of the Prairie View A&M Panthers football team. He led the team for three seasons. Under his leadership, the Panthers won the SWAC West Division title twice. They won it in both 2022 and 2023.
End of Coaching at Prairie View A&M
On November 24, 2024, the university's athletic director, Anton Goff, announced a change. Bubba McDowell's contract as head coach was not renewed. He finished his time as head coach with a total record of 17 wins and 18 losses.
External Links
- Prairie View A&M Panthers bio
