Breaking News:With Jake Bates’ winning kick, the Detroit Lions advance to 8-1.
HOUSTON — Jake Bates, a kicker for the Detroit Lions, believed his NFL career was ended nineteen months ago while he was in Houston studying to become a salesman for Acme Brick. He celebrated a 52-yard walk-off field goal on Sunday night, which helped the Lions defeat the Texans 26-23 after trailing by 16 points. “I just don’t deserve this,” Bates, who played for the Michigan Panthers in the UFL the previous season, said. “I played soccer as a child, I looked up to NFL football stars, and so on, so it’s unbelievable to be here. I continue to find myself pinching myself. I’m incredibly appreciative of all the opportunities the Lord has given me.
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