https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/jessie-bates-had-too-much-focus-on-contract-to-open-the-season
At the start of the regular season, Bengals safety Jessie Bates said he'd be playing "pissed off" because he was unable to reach agreement with the team on a...
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https://www.wcpo.com/sports/football/bengals/bengals-place-franchise-tag-on-safety-jessie-bates-iii
The move means Bates and the Bengals can negotiate on a long-term deal until July 15. If Bates does not have an extension in place by then, he will play the...
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