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Brenden Bates News: Receives ERFA tender

Written by RotoWire Staff

Updated on March 4, 2026 at 9:54pm

The Browns placed an exclusive rights free-agent tender on Bates on Wednesday.

Bates appeared in nine regular-season games with the Texans and Browns last season, logging four catches for 48 yards on five targets. He'll compete for a job at tight end this offseason.

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