Paul McGowan (American football)
Paul J. McGowan is a former American football linebacker. He was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings 237th overall in the 1988 NFL Draft. He played college football at Florida State.College career
McGowan played college football at Florida State University. As a senior in 1987 he was an All-American and won the Butkus Award given to the nation's best linebacker.Professional career
McGowan was selected with the 237th pick during the 1988 NFL Draft. The Vikings cut McGowan during training camp.In 1989, the Cleveland Browns signed McGowan, but he was released during the Browns preseason cuts.McGowan played for the Birmingham Fire of the World Football League during the 1991 and 1992 seasons.In 1993, McGowan played for the Orlando Predators of the Arena Football League. McGowan was twice named to All-Arena Teams.
