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Atlanta Falcons
Atlanta Falcons
Jessie Bates III
Jessie Bates III
June 17, 2024
Bates was tagged by Cincinnati in 2022, which led to speculation about a possible trade. In the end, he signed the tag and played that season before departing in free agency.

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June 3, 2024
Jessie Bates III returned to his 2020 form in his first season with the Atlanta Falcons, earning a career-high 90.6 PFF overall grade and excelling in both run defense and coverage.

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May 22, 2024
Bates, now with the Falcons, offers advice for Higgins to focus on his craft.

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May 21, 2024
Linebacker Jessie Bates III of the Atlanta Falcons is impressed by the positive energy and passion brought by the new coaching staff. The environment is described as friendly and supportive, with a focus on hard work and improvement. Morris's hands-on approach and engaging team meetings have left a positive impact on Bates and the rest of the team.

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May 16, 2024
Jessie Bates III leads a talented defense for the Atlanta Falcons, who will face the Steelers in a tough season opener on the road. Bates III is a key player to watch in this matchup.

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April 30, 2024
Falcons safety Jessie Bates III supports the decision to draft Michael Penix Jr. as he knew the qualities of the player beforehand. No discussions about the pick have occurred with the players, and Bates believes there is no need for such communication.

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April 30, 2024
Jessie Bates III, a former Bengals safety, experienced a similar contract situation as Higgins in 2022, was unable to reach a deal, and ultimately signed with the Falcons becoming the highest-paid safety in the NFL.

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April 7, 2024
Jessie Bates III of the Atlanta Falcons ranks fifth among safeties in the league for average annual value, with a base value of $58 million, and a $32.5 million guarantee.

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April 2, 2024
Jessie Bates III is a Pro Bowl safety for the Atlanta Falcons, who are looking to make improvements following three consecutive 7-10 seasons.

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March 13, 2024
Jessie Bates III was the only player other than C.J. Gardner-Johnson to secure a contract worth more than $10 million per year in a tight safety market.

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March 12, 2024
Jessie Bates III received a salary north of $10 million per season in the safety market.

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March 7, 2024
Jessie Bates III signed a four-year, $64.02 million deal with the Atlanta Falcons in 2023 after a successful five seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals. He emerged as one of the best safeties in football, making a significant impact on the Falcons' defense. In 17 games last season, Bates recorded 89 solo tackles, 43 assisted tackles, and six interceptions, contributing to the Falcons' strong defense that allowed just 202.9 passing yards per game. His absence was felt by the Bengals, demonstrating the wisdom of the Falcons' investment in Bates during the 2023 free agency.

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March 7, 2024
Jessie Bates III, a safety for the Atlanta Falcons, signed a four-year, $64 million deal and exceeded expectations by earning Second-Team All-Pro honors with six interceptions, three forced fumbles, and a career-best 132 tackles.

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March 6, 2024
Jessie Bates III had 132 tackles for the Atlanta Falcons, surpassing Nate Landman's career-high total of 110 tackles for the season.

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March 6, 2024
S Jessie Bates III had a standout season with the Atlanta Falcons in 2023, recording six interceptions, 132 tackles, and three forced fumbles. Bates earned his first Pro Bowl selection and was named to the All-Pro second team for his strong performance.

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March 6, 2024
Jessie Bates III, franchise-tagged by the Bengals, might draw considerable trade interest from teams looking to bolster their receiving corps.

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March 5, 2024
Atlanta Falcons made a big bet by acquiring All-Pro safety Jessie Bates III in 2023, who ended up being the highest-graded free-agent signing that year with a grade of 90.6. Bates proved his worth by securing the sixth-highest coverage grade in the league, showcasing his skills with six interceptions and five forced incompletions.

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March 1, 2024
Free-agent signing Jessie Bates III shined for the Falcons, earning a high PFF grade and excelling in his first season in Atlanta.

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February 7, 2024
Jessie Bates III is a Cincinnati Bengals safety who has been coached by Robert Livingston, the newly hired defensive coordinator for the Colorado Buffaloes. Bates has been an impact player for the Bengals, receiving second-team All-Pro honors in 2020 and 2023.

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February 2, 2024
Jessie Bates III was brought in by the Atlanta Falcons to improve their pass defense, which ranked 25th in the league. He signed a four-year, $64.02 million contract, making him one of the highest-paid safeties in the NFL. Bates had a standout season, with six interceptions and three forced fumbles. He was recognized as an All-Pro and made his first Pro Bowl appearance. Bates played a crucial role in elevating the Falcons' pass defense, which improved significantly during the season.

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January 31, 2024
Jessie Bates III, a safety for the Atlanta Falcons, signed with the team as a free agent. He had a standout season, contributing to the defense's success by intercepting six passes and recording 132 tackles, both career highs. If the Falcons can improve their offense, Bates could make a significant impact in the playoffs next season.

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January 22, 2024
Safety Jessie Bates III of the Atlanta Falcons earned an All-Pro nod under the guidance of former defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen. Nielsen's Falcons defense showed significant improvement, ranking eighth in pass defense in the NFL.

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January 7, 2024
Safety Jessie Bates III is mentioned as one of the coveted players that the Atlanta Falcons were able to attract this offseason, partially due to their faith in coach Arthur Smith's vision for the team.

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January 4, 2024
Jessie Bates III, a safety for the Atlanta Falcons, was selected as a first-year AFC Pro Bowl player, according to the article.

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December 29, 2023
Safety Jessie Bates III leads an aggressive Atlanta Falcons secondary that poses a challenge for the Chicago Bears' passing game. With six interceptions and three forced fumbles this season, Bates and the Falcons' defense are known for their aggressive and pressuring style of play.

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