injury4d ago
Ruled out for the preseason finale.
John Bates
Tight end for the Washington Commanders
Depth TE2Age 28Year 6
Last updated
2026 season
Season projection
PPR · TE757.4
Half-PPR · TE755.9
Non-PPR · TE744.4
WAS · TE · TE2
Targets4.7
Receptions2.9
Receiving yards29.7
Receiving TD0.3
Fumbles lost0.2
About these projections
These are full-season estimates, last updated August 30, 2026. For this week’s matchups and injury status, see Week 2 projections.
Research: Strength of schedule · Player durability · Offensive coaching
Latest news · 6 reports
usage15d ago
Running routes in individual drills.
injury16d ago
Expected to return to practice this week after hamstring work.
injury16d ago
Will be worked into practice Tuesday after missing time.
injury21d ago
Did not participate, dealing with a hamstring.
injury25d ago
Likely unavailable for next week's joint practice with Miami due to hamstring.