In week 10 against the Baltimore Ravens, Bates recorded his first interception of the season off Robert Griffin III in the 49–13 loss. The Cleveland Browns are all the rage after trading for Odell Beckham Jr. Jessie Bates has started for the Bengals since he was drafted in 2017, but he wasn't always so highly regarded. Bates intercepted a pass by Buccaneers’ quarterback Jameis Winston, that was intended for wide receiver Adam Humphries, and returned it for a 21-yard touchdown. February 26, 1997 -Rodney Dangerfield. [10], On January 5, 2018, Bates announced his decision to forgo his remaining eligibility and enter the 2018 NFL Draft. Here’s what PFF’s Sam Monson wrote about Bates and Carter, Bengals vs. Titans injury report: Joe Mixon and A.J. Find out more. [30] Cincinnati Bengals safety Jessie Bates intercepts Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston and races to the end zone for a pick-six touchdown. He’s yet to top ten in a single season, so he’s clearly on his way to make sure the secondary doesn’t allow big-time plays. For that and his clutch ball production, Bates joins Bengals’ special teamer Cethan Carter on Pro Football Focus’ first-quarter All-Pro team. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Cincinnati Bengals rookie safety Jessie Bates get shis first NFL interception during week 2 against the Baltimore Ravens. Watch the highlights of the Week 11 matchup between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Oakland Raiders. What is the Steelers' plan at safety? Just two weeks into the season, a number of 2018 NFL Draft selections are making their mark on the defensive side of the ball. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Cethan Carter also made the list for his work on special teams. Uzomah landing on the Reserve/Injured list, but his work on special teams remains his greatest asset. [29], In week 4 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Bates recovered a fumble forced by teammate Nick Vigil in the 27-3 loss. Watch the best defensive plays of Week 6. [27] He started all 16 games as a rookie in 2018 and recorded a team-leading 111 combined tackles (73 solo), seven pass deflections, three interceptions, and one touchdown. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. What was the best coaching call from the season's first four weeks? video Jessie Bates cracks PFF’s first-quarter All-Pro team, 3 winners and 4 losers from Bengals trading Carlos Dunlap for B.J. For the first time since 2002, the Bengals have someone other than Marvin Lewis as head coach. Brown did not practice on Thursday, Titans vs. Bengals predictions: NFL experts make Week 8 picks, Titans' Derrick Henry wins AFC Offensive Player of the Month, Titans' Johnathan Joseph makes PFF's list of top-25 CBs through Week 7, NFL trade deadline: 7 cornerbacks Titans could target, Titans vs. Bengals: 6 things to know about Week 8 game, Titans' 3rd-down defense has been historically putrid, Gimme him: One player Titans would steal from Bengals, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. But the Steelers still have Big Ben, and the Ravens are reigning division champs. Gregg Rosenthal spotlights the top 20 position battles in the AFC. [8] In those 11 games, he returned eight punts for 161 yards and one touchdowns along with recording 79 tackles (six for loss), five pass deflections and one forced fumble. By: John Lowell. Draft: Cincinnati Bengals in the 2nd round (54th overall) of the 2018 NFL Draft.