2008:Saw limited action in eight games in 2008 as a true freshman before suffering a season-ending injury . . . Recorded five tackles on the season, including two solo and three assisted . . . Posted a career-high two tackles against both Texas A&M and Louisiana-Monroe.
HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterman, helping lead Allen D. Nease HS to one 4A State Championship and two runner-up finishes . . . Helped lead Allen D. Nease High School to a 13-2 record last season . . . All-Conference, All-County and third team All-State selection . . . Also lettered in basketball, lacrosse and track and field.
PERSONAL: Born May 24, 1989 . . . Son of Bill and Denise Bates . . . Father, Bill, is a former Dallas Cowboys great.
Courtesy: ArkansasState
