The Detroit Lions have reaped the rewards of signing Jake Bates, who has been named the NFC Special Teams Player of the Month for November. In his first year, Bates scored 41 points, converting all 17 extra points and 8 of 9 field goals, marking the first Lions kicker to earn this honor since Matt Prater in 2017.

Bates has been a standout performer, making two game-winning field goals and achieving a career-long 58-yard kick. Despite early struggles in training camp, he has proven to be a reliable asset for the team.