Jesse Bates III welcome to the team!

[HarleyDog]

(04-28-2018, 11:07 AM)SunsetBengal Wrote: I get the feeling that Austin was serious about going to some 3 Safety Nickel packages.  If that is the case, Bates fits the role of the "Over the top", Centerfielder type, allowing someone like Iloka or Fejederlam to play up in the box for run support.  Bates has Range, Wheels, and Ball skills, has shown to be at least a willing tackler.  Though, in the NFL, I wouldn't advise him sticking his nose up in the box too often..

Sounds exciting to see what he can do and how he gets coached up. That’s another positive thing to remember, our coaching changes are definitely a step up from last year. All great things happening in Bengletown!