Seasonal Stats

Receiving
2025 Regular 9 13 90 10 0 78 4
2024 Regular 8 12 84 10.5 0 76 3
Defensive
2025 Regular 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2024 Regular 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Current Season

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Frequently Asked Questions

What position does John Bates play?

John Bates plays Tight End for Commanders.

What team does John Bates play for?

John Bates currently plays for Commanders in the NFL.

How tall is John Bates?

John Bates is 6'5" tall.

Where did John Bates go to college?

John Bates attended .

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What is John Bates's background?

John Bates serves as a tight end for the Washington Commanders, donning jersey #87 since joining the team. Standing at an imposing 6'5" and weighing 256 pounds, Bates brings formidable physical presence to the offensive line. Born on November 6, 1997, in the small town of Nyssa, Oregon, Bates developed his football skills at Boise State University, where he established himself as a reliable pass-catching option with strong blocking capabilities. In recent games, Bates has contributed beyond his traditional tight end role, recording one tackle over four games this season. While primarily focused on receiving and blocking assignments, this statistic demonstrates his versatility and commitment to team defense when needed. Bates continues to develop as a complete tight end in the NFL, using his size advantage and collegiate experience to create matchup problems for opposing defenses and provide stability at the position for the Commanders. John Bates was born in Nyssa, OR, USA.