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Bates is one of the blocking tight ends around – he was dealing with a shoulder injury this week but didn't receive a designation — and could be an important part of the pass protection.
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Bates' blocking crucial vs. Garrett; shoulder injury didn't warrant designation.

John Bates, despite just five catches for 27 yards all season, is a key blocking tight end who may be forced into one-on-one matchups against Myles Garrett and the Rams' edge rush. With Aaron Donald working from the inside, Bates' pass protection will be an important part of keeping Jayden Daniels upright; he dealt with a shoulder injury this week but did not receive a designation.

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