13 Facts About Wes Cates

Wes Cates was born on October 3,1979 and is a former professional Canadian football running back.

Wes Cates had 5,647 total yards, a Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference record, on 937 carries, 63 rushing touchdowns and 386 total points, all school records.

Wes Cates was an All-American for the last two years of his college career and he led the PSAC in rushing for three of his four seasons.

Wes Cates was a PSAC-West first team All-Star selection for three years and he was nominated for the Harlon Hill Award for best player in division 2 in his sophomore and senior seasons.

Wes Cates made his professional debut in 2006 after signing a contract with the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League.

Wes Cates dressed for 17 of the Stampeders' 18 regular season games, but he did not get much playing time.

Wes Cates finished the season with only 25 rushing attempts for 181 yards and two touchdowns, while catching 21 passes for 286 yards and one touchdown.

Just before the 2007 season began, Wes Cates was traded to the Saskatchewan Roughriders.

Wes Cates immediately turned into a fan favourite and a hero to many with his speed and determination.

Wes Cates ran for 866 yards on 153 carries, caught 45 passes for 452 yards and scored five touchdowns.

In 2008, Wes Cates rushed for 1229 yards, amassed 451 receiving yards and scored 16 touchdowns.

Wes Cates earned a spot on the CFL All-Star team for his accomplishments and ranked second in the most rushing yards.

In February 2012, after 6 CFL seasons, Wes Cates was not offered a new contract with the Saskatchewan Roughriders.