Jake Bates
#39 · PK
Player summary
- Height
- 5' 10"
- Weight
- 205 lbs
- Born
- March 3, 1999
- Age
- 27
- College
- Arkansas
- Birthplace
- Tomball, TX, USA
Jake Bates news from Detroit Sports Nation
Lions’ Jahmyr Gibbs Decision Makes Absolutely No Sense
Jahmyr Gibbs received just 15 carries against the NFL’s worst run defense as the Detroit Lions fell 32-26 to the Carolina Panthers.
5 Winners and 5 Losers from Lions SNF Loss to Panthers
The Detroit Lions fell 32-26 to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday Night Football. Here are five winners and five losers from Detroit's frustrating Week 4 loss.
Detroit Lions Could Get Unexpected Advantage vs. Panthers
Rain could impact Lions-Panthers on Sunday Night Football, but Jake Bates and Detroit's physical style could give the Lions an unexpected advantage.
Detroit Lions Re-Sign Jake Bates
The Detroit Lions have officially re-signed kicker Jake Bates for the 2026 season after placing an ERFA tender earlier this offseason.
Jake Bates’ Future With the Lions Just Became Clear
The Detroit Lions have tendered kicker Jake Bates an ERFA contract, ensuring he will remain with the team for the 2026 season.
Why the Detroit Lions Haven’t Re-Signed Jake Bates
According to Erik Schlitt of Pride of Detroit, the Lions have not yet re-signed Jake Bates because they may be working toward a longer-term contract instead of using…
Dan Campbell Proves He Still Owns Ben Johnson As Lions Beat Bears
Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions beat Ben Johnson and the Bears 19-16 in Week 18 behind Jake Bates’ clutch kicking and a strong finish from Jared Goff.
Detroit Lions Coaches Get Candid: 5 Players to Watch After Honest Media Session
After the Vikings loss, Lions coordinators delivered brutally honest remarks.
Dan Campbell Weighs In On Jake Bates’ Heroic Tackle vs. Ravens
Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates shocked fans with a touchdown-saving tackle against the Ravens. Dan Campbell called him “a natural” after the clutch play on Monday Night Football.
Barry Sanders, Dylan Larkin Among Local Celebrities, Athletes to Play in Rocket Classic Pro-Am
NFL legend Barry Sanders and Red Wings star Dylan Larkin will tee it up at the Rocket Classic Pro-Am 2025 alongside local celebrities and Lions players.
Detroit Lions To Alter Their Kickoff Strategy for 2025
With a new 35-yard touchback rule and kicker Jake Bates’ booming leg, the Detroit Lions are ready to overhaul their conservative kickoff strategy for a more aggressive 2025.
Jake Bates 2025 Challenge: Lions Special Teams Coordinator Breaks It Down
Lions special teams coordinator Dave Fipp says Jake Bates faces a new challenge in 2025