University of Louisiana at Lafayette Athletics




C.J. Bates
Athlete
6-1        195
Louisville, Miss./
Louisville HS






















Rated as a three-star prospect by Rivals.com…No. 95 safety in nation by ESPN Scout Inc…Ranked No. 29 among Mississippi prospects by MaxPreps…In 2010, Bates totaled 543 yards receiving on 39 catches to go along with 291 yards rushing yards while scoring 12 touchdowns to lead the team…A versatile play, Bates also recorded 19 tackles, three interceptions, two pass deflections and a forced fumble…Also helped out in the return game returning 11 punts for 151 yards. Had scholarship offers from Kentucky, Memphis and Southern Miss.