Michael Dowell played defensive back at Michigan State and Miami University.
Dowell came from North Ridgeville, Ohio, and attended St. Edwards High School before his college career.
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Dowell earned first-team all-state recognition at St. Edwards.
Dowell was named to the Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association's Division 1 all-state first team as a senior. As a captain, he helped St. Edwards finish 10-2 and reach the regional semifinals.
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Dowell made 97 tackles in his first Miami season.
In 2022, Dowell played in all 13 games and made 12 starts for Miami. He recorded five tackles for loss, two sacks and six pass breakups, including 17 tackles and a sack against Bowling Green.
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