DB
Position
#40
Number
Jun 6, 1961
Birthdate
6'1"
Height
213 lbs
Weight
Knoxville
TN
Undrafted
Draft
Tennessee
College
15 years
Experience
Awards
2x NFL Champion
1993, 1995
Pro Bowl
1984
Summary
Bill Bates played 15 seasons for the Cowboys. He played but didn't record a tackle. He was selected to play in 1 Pro Bowl, and won 2 championships.
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