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Michael Bates: Speed That Shook the NFL | Carolina Panthers News
Michael Bates, the electrifying kick return specialist who stunned the NFL with his world-class speed, made his mark with the Carolina Panthers from 1996 to 2000 — earning five straight Pro Bowl nods and leading the league in return yards twice. A former Olympic bronze medalist in the 200m, Bates transformed from a mediocre returner with Seattle and Cleveland into a gridiron legend in Carolina, averaging over 30 yards per return his first season and finishing his career with over 9,000 yards — seventh all-time. His rare blend of track speed and football brilliance cemented his place as one of…
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