Jake Bates, a placekicker for the Detroit Lions, entered the NFL in 2024. He played college football with the Texas State Bobcats and the Arkansas Bears, and that’s where the magic began. He gained attention after a record-breaking 64-yard field goal in the United Football League. In his NFL rookie year, the Lions’ kicker recorded an impressive field goal percentage of 89.7%. But Jake’s journey starts at home. Who are Jake Betas’ parents, the driving force behind his success?

Who are Jake Bates’ parents?

Jake Bates was born to Jonathan and Mariana Bates on March 3, 1999. The Lions’ placekicker began playing the sport at a young age and came from a family that loves football. His father, Jonathan, was a rodeo athlete in college at Sam Houston and Texas State, according to the Detroit

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