John Bates news archive tag page containing updates, articles, interviews, and game coverage featuring the Washington Commanders tight end. Coverage spans his 2021 NFL draft selection out of Boise State, his development into a hybrid blocker and underneath pass-catcher, and his March 2025 three-year contract extension. The tag collects reporting on his special-teams contributions, his three career receiving touchdowns, and his standing among the league’s most reliable blocking tight ends. Articles tagged here track weekly performance recaps, roster moves, coaching commentary, and broader Commanders offensive scheme analysis related to his role.
