Bates is the son of Phillip Bates, Sr. who played at Nebraska and with the Detroit Lions and Kansas City Chiefs. He is also the cousin of current Omaha North assistant coach and former Husker, Clinton Childs. In 2005, Bates broke his school record for total yards in one season.
2005 STATS: (10 Games) - Bates threw for 1,207 yards, 13 touchdowns, and five interceptions in completing 74 of 149 pass attempts. He also rushed for 623 yards and eight touchdowns on 32 carries.
2006 STATS: (11 games) Bates threw for 1,766 yards and 18 touchdowns; rushed for 623 yards and nine touchdowns.
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