Jake Bates has a great story. Just know that Bates has one of the strongest legs in the NFL, set a franchise record for points, and made 26 of his 29 field goal attempts, including a 6-for-8 mark ...

The origin story of Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates becoming a viral sensation is laced with a bit of comedy, Mike Nolan recalls. It was March 30, 2024, and Nolan’s Michigan Panthers trailed by one ...

Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates' improbable comeback story from brick salesman to star NFL kicker is one of hard work and high levels of self-belief.

The origin story of Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates becoming a viral sensation is laced with a bit of comedy, Mike Nolan recalls. It was March 30, 2024, and Nolan’s Michigan Panthers trailed by ...

Jake Bates has a great story ... Or at least the chance to work through more probabilities. NEAL RUBIN:A Lions wedding registry spotlights the uncertainty of life in the NFL Had Bates been on the team ...