John Bates is a tight end for the Washington Commanders. He was selected with pick 124 of round 4 in the 2021 NFL Draft out of Boise State. In the 2026 regular season he caught 5 passes for 27 yards and 0 touchdowns. He ranks as the PPR TE69 through week 6 of 2026. At Boise State (2017–20) he caught 47 passes for 579 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Player details
Position: TE
Rest of season: TE71 · 20 PPR points projected over 11 games (weeks 7-18)
Team: Washington Commanders
Jersey: #87
Height: 6'6"
Weight: 256 lbs
College: Boise State
Drafted: 2021 · Round 4 · Pick 124
Rest of season projection (weeks 7-18, as of week 7)