Charles Bowser (born October 2, 1959) is an American former professional

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linebacker who played four seasons with the

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of the

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(NFL). He played

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for the

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Early life and career

Bowser played his college career at

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, setting the school's single season and career sacks record at 17.5 and 22, respectively. Bowser graduated from Plymouth High School, located in

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in 1978. Charles Bowser also played a role as part of the

Killer Bees Defense of the 1980s. Other members included

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, and honorary member A. J. Duhe.

References

1959 births Living people American football linebackers Duke Blue Devils football players Miami Dolphins players People from Plymouth, North Carolina Players of American football from North Carolina 21st-century African-American sportsmen 21st-century American sportsmen 20th-century African-American sportsmen 20th-century American sportsmen {{linebacker-1950s-stub