"John Bates is an underrated yet integral part of the Commanders' offensive game plan. He doesn't get many targets, but he's arguably the league's best blocking tight end. Having this support greatly benefits the offensive line. It also means nobody is safe when the veteran gets a chance to make his presence felt at the second level. Bates left the Thursday Night Football clash against the Green Bay Packers early with a groin injury."
"Sinnott came into the Commanders with real potential. Things haven't come together as yet, which is thanks in no small part to Bates and Zach Ertz forming a highly productive tandem. With the blocker now seemingly unavailable, this represents the perfect opportunity for the coaching staff to see what the second-year pro out of Kansas State can do. The Commanders didn't increase Sinnott's reps at Lambeau Field."
The Washington Commanders face a mounting injury problem with veteran tight end John Bates suffering a groin injury and exiting the Packers game early. Bates provides critical blocking support that aids the offensive line and created protection for rookie right tackle Josh Conerly Jr., who struggled after Bates left. Head coach Dan Quinn indicated Bates is unlikely to play in Week 3 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Second-year, 2024 second-round pick Ben Sinnott could receive a significant audition in Bates' absence. Sinnott possesses notable athletic traits but remains largely unproven after limited reps behind Bates and Zach Ertz.
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