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Brian Bates Jr. Sam Houston
File LB-85 · National rank 649 · 2027 class

Brian Bates Jr.

#33· Sam Houston ·LB ·R-Jr ·2027 Draft · Centreville, Va.
6'1"Height 230 lbWeight
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Brian Bates Jr. is a redshirt junior linebacker who landed at Sam Houston after stops at Delaware State and Charlotte and projects as a starter. He profiles as a quality college player and fringe pro prospect.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#85 LB / 1475
#649 Overall / 15096
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Scouting Verdict

2025 FIRST-TEAM All-MEAC and HBCU All-America at Delaware State (76 tackles, 2 sacks, forced fumble) before transferring in. Real production, tempered for the FCS level of competition.

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LB Keys 2025 · Delaware State
76
Tot
Better than 90% of 828 LBs
2
Sacks
Better than 86% of 810 LBs
Recruiting
High SchoolDeMatha Catholic HS
HometownCentreville, Va.
Transfer (2 stints)
Charlotte→Delaware State→Sam Houston 2026
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
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