Bates adds energy, but . . . in vain.

Publication: South Florida Sun-Sentinel (via Knight-Ridder/Tribune News Service)

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Byline: Harvey Fialkov

SEATTLE _ Although Miami Dolphins interim coach Jim Bates bounded up and down the sideline, not even his unbridled energy could alter the direction of this seasonlong car wreck.

``He was unbelievable. With his leadership, you could tell we were feeding off him today,'' said tight end Randy McMichael.

``It was great playing for him and I think he did a great job of having us prepared. We just can't find a way to win.''

Bates encountered several similar roadblocks that his predecessor Dave Wannstedt was also unable to overcome, including injuries to key players, silly penalties (98 yards worth) and gut-wrenching turnovers (four).

``He's a different guy coming out with a lot of energy and it showed today the way guys went out and performed,'' said cornerback Sam...

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