Commanders Roster Ranking No. 20: John Bates Has Rare Value as Blocking Tight End

John Bates is not No. 20 on this roster ranking because he is one of Washington’s most dangerous receiving threats. He lands here because he gives the Commanders something every serious offense needs: a physical, reliable, assignment-sound tight end who can help control the edge of the formation.

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