Understandably, Detroit Lions fans have been fascinated by the story of Michigan Panthers kicker Jake Bates. The UFL kicker has seemingly come out of nowhere to blast 50 and 60-yard field goals right here in Ford Field. And given that Detroit’s kicking situation has been erratic at best over the past three years, Bates’ accuracy and power would be a welcome addition to the Lions’ special teams unit.
However, during Thursday’s Organized Team Activity, we saw that the Lions may already have the accurate, powerful leg they need to revive a struggling kicking game.
Michael Badgley has been on and off the Lions' roster for the past two seasons, and his overall accuracy has already been pretty solid.