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ArticleEagles-Commanders Film Preview: Philadelphia needs to take advantage of Washing...September 10, 2026

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John Bates is a good run blocker, and Ben Sinnott has enough versatility to do elements of both.

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Bates provides run-blocking support for multiple-personnel scheme.

Bates is a good run blocker in Washington's tight end room, supporting the idea that the Commanders could become heavier and more multiple, allowing them to play 12 and 13 personnel without necessarily declaring whether they intend to run or pass.

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John BatesNegativeRole

Bates' failed 2-point conversion shovel pass doomed Commanders vs. Eagles.

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John BatesNegativeRole

Bates' failed shovel-pass 2-point conversion attempt ended Commanders' comeback bid.

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John BatesNeutralRole

Bates provides run-blocking support for Washington's heavier personnel packages.

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John BatesPositiveRole

Bates provides blocking tight end role in versatile Commanders offense.

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John BatesPositiveRole

Bates provides blocking tight end role in Commanders' versatile skill group.

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John BatesNegativeUsage

Bates targeted on failed two-point conversion in Commanders' loss.

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