"There was much rejoicing throughout the land." .... Good for him, he's had an interesting journey. Guys that earn it the way he has seem to give a bit extra and appreciate it a bit more. I hope he does well.
I think it all means they really like Bates. He came out of no where in the preseason, played outstanding, and I am guessing he is the swing tackle if needed.
And I'm proud to be an Okie from Muskogee,
A place where even squares can have a ball.
We don't smoke marijuana in Muskogee;
We don't take no trips on LSD