John Bates's Stats, Metrics, Game Logs, Projections & Rankings
Player profile
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HT/WT6' 6'' , 259 lbs
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Birthdate11/06/1997 (27)
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CollegeBoise State
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Draft Info2021: Rd 4, Pk 124 (WAS)
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StatusActive
2024 season stats
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Receptions8 0th
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Receiving Yards84 0th
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Receiving Touchdowns0 0th
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Total DYAR-18 0th
Washington Commanders tight end John Bates could be in store for an increased role, with Zach Ertz (concussion) listed as questionable for Sunday's divisional matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. Ertz suffered this concussion last weekend and could not practice all week, which suggests he will face an uphill battle to pass the league's protocol. When filling in for Ertz last weekend, Bates brought in his lone target for six yards. Earlier this season, Bates caught six of his nine targets for 64 yards and averaged a solid 10.7 yards per reception. However, given his lack of offensive production, even in a reserve role, makes him a high-risk TE2 facing the Eagles. Fantasy managers should look for an alternative option as Bates will have a tough task ahead of him in his first start as the Eagles have allowed the fifth-fewest PPR points to the position this season.