Monday, April 06, 2009

DMN Blog: Stephen Bowen signs

by Todd Archer

Defensive end Stephen Bowen became the second of the Cowboys' four restricted free agents to sign his $1.545 million tender offer on Monday, joining Cory Procter.

The only remaining unsigned RFAs are wide receivers Miles Austin and Sam Hurd. The restricted free agent signing period ends April 17.

Bowen had 28 tackles, nine quarterback pressures and two tackles for loss last season. He has 51 tackles and a sack in his first three seasons. He has proven to be a good find as an undrafted free agent out of Hofstra in 2006 and has some pass rush ability. He can play defensive tackle in the nickel defense as well.