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John Bates

TE • #87
Washington Commanders

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Player Info

  • Height
    6-6
  • Weight
    259
  • Arms
    32 1/4
  • Hands
    9 1/2
  • Experience
    4
  • College
    Boise State
  • Age
    27
  • Hometown
    Nyssa, OR

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