Washington Football Team drafted TE John Bates in the fourth round this weekend, and they got a guy who can be an immediate contributor on the field. He is a high-effort tight end who plays through to the whistle. Bates is a wiling and competent blocker who can get the job done in both the run game and passing game.
Despite low statistical production, he is a capable pass receiver who seems to have sure hands and who fights for every yard. As a receiver, he actually reminded me of our own Logan Thomas.
I wrote a brief article yesterday outlining why I liked the selection of Bates for the Washington roster.