11-01-2021, 07:19 PM
(11-01-2021, 07:07 PM)Nicomo Cosca Wrote:I know Bengals twitter loves Jessie Bates. I think he is a key part of this defense and future of the franchise as well. But facts are facts, and right now, he ain't getting it done. Of 93 qual. Safeties:
— Andrew Russell (@PFF_AndrewR) November 1, 2021
61.4 PFF Grade (53rd)
12.7% MT rate (T-41st)
113.2 Pass Rtg All. (32nd)
Only 1 PD and 1 INT in the 7 games he’s played.
A bit of a step back would be one thing, but he’s been flat out bad in a lot of these games. It will be very interesting to see how the team handles his contract negotiations if this continues. I’m a big fan of the guy, and I honestly have no idea what’s going on with him, but I hope he turns it on in the 2nd half of the season.
I never thought of him as an "Elite level Safety" like alot of people on here do; but I do like the guy for many reasons.
I really hope he turns it up a notch in home stretch to make the team really consider his next offer.
