Carolina Panthers' Michael Bates (82) celebrates the team's 18-14 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers at Ericsson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 22, 1996. The Panthers clinched the NFC West divison with the win. (AP Photo/Rick Havner)

The UA’s Olympic bronze medal sprinter played in five NFL Pro Bowls over 11 seasons, one of the most feared special teams players in league history. 


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