San José State · RB · #6
UNLV · RB · #9
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Mountain West Player Comparison
Jabari Bates vs Jai'Den Thomas
Side by side
| Jabari Bates | Jai'Den Thomas | |
|---|---|---|
| Team | San José State Spartans | UNLV Rebels |
| Position | RB | RB |
| Number | #6 | #9 |
| Height | 5-7 | 5-9 |
| Weight | 180 lb | 195 lb |
| Class | Senior | Senior |
| Hometown | Compton, CA | Atlanta, GA |
Season stats
| Jabari Bates | Jai'Den Thomas | |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing yards | 487 | 383 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 2 |
| Carries | 104 | 73 |
| Yards/carry | 4.7 | 5.2 |
| Receptions | 7 | 12 |
| Receiving yards | 83 | 108 |
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Quick answer
Jabari Bates (San José State) and Jai'Den Thomas (UNLV) are both RBs in the Mountain West. Their size, class and season stats are compared side by side below.
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Jabari Bates vs Jai'Den Thomas: the comparison
Jabari Bates and Jai'Den Thomas are the top two Mountain West players in a headline stat category this season, Jabari Bates a RB for San José State and Jai'Den Thomas a RB for UNLV. This page puts them side by side on size, class and season production, the quickest way to settle a Jabari Bates vs Jai'Den Thomas debate. For more, open each full profile, build a custom matchup in the comparison tool, or see where both teams stand on the live Mountain West standings.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is better, Jabari Bates or Jai'Den Thomas?
Both rank at the top of the Mountain West in a headline stat this season. The full side-by-side of Jabari Bates and Jai'Den Thomas, size, class and season stats, is on this page. Compare any other two players with our tool.
What positions do Jabari Bates and Jai'Den Thomas play?
Jabari Bates plays RB for San José State. Jai'Den Thomas plays RB for UNLV.