John Bates
TE · WAS · Age 28 · TE99 · #403 overall
Values updated Jul 5, 2026
The Verdict
Hold.
John Bates grades as a hold at 28. Production needs to take a step forward. His role carries some uncertainty.
Fairly priced — nothing here forces a move.
The quick read
Best for contenders
Limited win-now value (36.7/100); contenders can pass unless cheap.
Best for rebuilders
A fine rebuild piece (62.5/100).
In Superflex
Similar value in 1QB and Superflex.
Market gap
Our model rates him 10 above market — a buy-low signal.
Risk
Low risk profile (20.5/100).
Dynasty value by format
1QB
10
Superflex
10
SF TE Prem
10.2
2QB
10
1QB and Superflex are the two formats most leagues use; SF TE Premium boosts elite tight ends. Compare against the full trade value chart.
Why this value
Market anchor
No market signal — value is production/role-gated and capped.
SF multiplier
1x
Without a real market anchor, the engine uses a low-ceiling production and role gate so unpriced players cannot jump established assets. Read the methodology.
Profile scores (1QB)
Production
11.1
Youth
74
Role security
47.1
Contract
67
Upside
48.4
Win-now
36.7
Rebuild
62.5
Risk · lower is better
20.5
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