# Jake Bates

NFL kicker. Position: **K**. Team: **Detroit Lions**.

## Quick Facts

- **Position:** K (Kicker)
- **Team:** Detroit Lions

## 2026 Outlook

Supporting the idea of a 4-point field goal rule in the NFL, similar to the UFL experiment. The rule change could increase attempts at long-range field goals and reward kickers with stronger legs, potentially boosting Bates' fantasy value if such attempts become more common. (per Should the NFL adopt the UFL's 4-point field goal rule?)

## Recent News

- 2026-07-18 — Discusses potential 4-point field goal rule change that could benefit kickers (Should the NFL adopt the UFL's 4-point field goal rule?)

## Open Questions

## Sources

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Source: https://chatffb.com/players/jake-bates · ChatFFB — fantasy football answers updated from a live news wiki.