The time has finally come: UFL star and Michigan Panthers kicker Jake Bates can finally visit with NFL teams, and the are reportedly among those that are interested in the standout kicker. Mitch Moreland Jersey According to , the Lions are one of at least four teams who have requested to host Bates on a free-agent visit, along with the Green Bay Packers, Washington Commanders and Baltimore Ravens.Bates exploded in popularity during the 2024 UFL season after crushing several long field goals, including a whopping three from 60-plus and a total Hanley Ramirez Jersey of seven from 50-plus when you include the playoffs. As a result of his impre sive showing, Bates immediately caught the eye of NFL teams. have requested to host all-conference kicker Jake Bates for visits, per a league source. It's a competitive situation for strong-legged kicker, a former preseason roster member and graduate Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) Ultimately, Bates finished the regular season 17-of-22 but mi sed three of his last five Patch Stitched Jersey field goals over the final three Steve Pearce Jersey contests. He then went 4-of-6 in the Panthers' playoff lo s to the Birmingham Stallions this past weekend while also booting a kickoff out of bounds that the Stallions turned into points.Also in that game, Bates appeared to suffer a foot injury on a block field goal. It isn't clear if that will hinder his ability to work out for teams, so that's something to keep an eye on.The Lions currently have a kicker competition between veteran Michael Badgley and undrafted free Jimmie Foxx Jersey agent James Turner, and the latter has been giving the former a run for his money. It certainly wouldn't hurt to add Bates to the competition.