Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates' story is remarkable. It began in a different league, with a different team – but in the same ...

Before signing a two-year deal with the Detroit Lions in June 2024 after a tremendous spring season in the United Football League with the Michigan Panthers, kicker Jake Bates was ready to move on ...

He was convinced he had a secret weapon on his hands, a former brick salesman from Texas who could deliver a victory if Perry could get the Panthers within range. SHAWN WINDSOR:Jake Bates changes ...

Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates' improbable comeback story from brick salesman to star NFL kicker is one of hard work and high levels of self-belief.