Bengals safety Jessie Bates said playing under the franchise tag this season will give him a chance to show NFL teams — including his current one — what he is worth.

But at the very least, the Falcons will undergo alterations in their secondary because of free agency. One defensive back the Falcons have under contract for 2025 is safety Jessie Bates.

Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates returned an interception for a touchdown to get his team on the board versus the New York Giants in Week 16.

Bengals veteran safety Jessie Bates is back at the facility before the Rams come to town for joint practices, ending his standoff.

The Philadelphia Eagles are in the market for a starting safety and the Cincinnati Bengals might be forced to trade All-Pro Jessie Bates over a contract issue.

Denver Broncos (5-5) rookie quarterback Bo Nix started an NCAA record 61 games during his time at Auburn and Oregon. Based on his comments Thursday, Atlanta Falcons (6-4) safety Jessie Bates ...

Atlanta Falcons star safety Jessie Bates III said he might talk some trash about Taylor Swift to Travis Kelce during the Falcons' game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday.

ATLANTA — Falcons safety Jessie Bates had just run 92 yards for a pick-six, so he was far too excited and/or tired to contemplate a celebration, but teammate Bud Dupree made a suggestion. "We've ...

The Cincinnati Bengals were unable to reach a long-term deal with Jessie Bates III, creating an uncertain future with the star safety in Cincinnati. With his contract situation unresolved, Bates ...

Cincinnati Bengals starting safety Jessie Bates was fined a hefty amount for "allegedly faking an injury" in Week 13 and Kansas City Chiefs fans rejoiced.

The Bengals and Jessie Bates can begin a new round of contract negotiations after the season.

Cincinnati Bengals star safety Jessie Bates III returned to the team facility Tuesday after missing training camp and intends to sign his franchise tender, a source confirmed to ESPN.