... Bates started all 13 games of the 2009 season at safety. He will be moving to linebacker in 2010. He came to Auburn at 5'11" and 195 lbs. He could bench press 325 lbs. and had a 38 in. vertical leap ability. He runs also runs a sub 4.5 40 yds.

From his looks he has gained some muscle since joining the team last year. While it was not possible to get an accurate weight, he looks to be safely above 200 lbs. at this point. All of his strength and conditioning numbers have improved in the last year.

Auburn fans can expect him to excel to All SEC caliber play at any position. He is simply a football player with heart and determination. It is absolutely ironic that he was rated a two-star recruit. He had 46 solo tackles and 24 AST as a tru...

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