John Bates Fantasy

Washington Football Team tight end John Bates caught three passes for 35 yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. The rookie took over for Ricky Seals-Jones (neck) after he exited the game with a neck injury. With Logan Thomas also sidelined, Bates has a chance to prove himself in Week 18 as he figures to have an expanded role in the offense as the No. 1 option at the position. He has shown his ability as a receiver over the past few weeks, so the remainder of the season could potentially be a showcase for the 2022 campaign.

Jan. 3rd • 11:20 AM

Washington Football Team tight end John Bates caught two passes for 45 yards and a touchdown in the Week 16 blowout loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Bates outproduced Ricky Seals-Jones, who only caught one pass for negative yardage in this one, so he could play an increased role in the final two games of his rookie campaign. He hasn't seen more than four targets in a game this season, so fantasy managers shouldn't get too excited after his first touchdown of the season. Even if he does get a more significant role, it likely won't be enough to consider him starting him in fantasy lineups.

Dec. 27th • 12:37 PM

Washington Football Team tight end John Bates has locked up the backup role to starter Logan Thomas, according to the team's current depth chart. Washington used a fourth-round pick on Bates in the 2021 draft, so it should be no surprise he beat out Sammis Reyes and Ricky Seals-Jones for the No. 2 spot. The rookie doesn't figure to have any fantasy value unless Thomas were to miss some game action, but even then he could have a limited role in the passing game. Nonetheless, the former Boise State product could have some intrigue in dynasty leagues as Thomas enters his age-30 season. For now, he can be completely off the fantasy radar in redraft leagues.

Sep. 4th • 12:36 PM