Charles Bowser facts for kids
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Bowser (56) playing for the Dolphins in 1985
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| Position: | Linebacker | ||||
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| Born: | September 2, 1959 Plymouth, North Carolina, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||
| Weight: | 231 lb (105 kg) | ||||
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| High school: | Plymouth (NC) | ||||
| College: | Duke | ||||
| NFL Draft: | 1982 / Round: 4 / Pick: 108 | ||||
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Charles Bowser (born October 2, 1959) is a former professional American football player. He was a talented linebacker who played for the Miami Dolphins in the National Football League (NFL). Charles played for four seasons, showing great skill on the field.
Early Life and College Football
Charles Bowser was born in Plymouth, North Carolina. He went to Plymouth High School and graduated in 1978. After high school, he continued his football journey at Duke University.
While playing for the Duke Blue Devils, Charles became a star. He set impressive records for the school. He achieved 17.5 sacks in a single season. A "sack" happens when a defensive player tackles the opposing team's quarterback behind the line of scrimmage. He also set a career record with 22 sacks during his time at Duke. These achievements showed he was a powerful force on defense.
Playing for the Miami Dolphins
In 1982, Charles Bowser was drafted by the Miami Dolphins. He was chosen in the fourth round of the NFL Draft. He quickly became an important part of the team's defense.
Charles was known for his ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks. He recorded 20 sacks during his NFL career. He also recovered one fumble. A "fumble recovery" is when a player picks up a ball that an opponent has dropped.
The "Killer Bees" Defense
During the 1980s, Charles Bowser was a key member of the Miami Dolphins' famous "Killer Bees" defense. This nickname came from the many players on the defense whose last names started with the letter "B."
This group was known for being very tough and effective. They made it hard for other teams to score points. Some of the other players in this famous defense included:
- Lyle Blackwood
- Glenn Blackwood
- Bob Baumhower
- Bob Brudzinski
- Kim Bokamper
- Bill Barnett
- Doug Betters
- A. J. Duhe (an honorary member)
The "Killer Bees" defense was a big reason for the Dolphins' success in the 1980s. Charles Bowser's strong play as a linebacker helped make this defense so feared by other teams.
