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Safety Jessie Bates returned to the Bengals facility on Tuesday morning and he officially signed on for another year with the team a short time later. The Bengals announced that Bates has signed his franchise tender. He is now guaranteed $12.91 million for the 2022 season.

Signing the tag now ensures Bates will be paid the entirety of the $12.911 million. It also allows him the opportunity to become a free agent next offseason.

Bates has officially signed his franchise tender, putting him under contract for the 2022 season. In addition to Bates being re-signed, the Bengals placed fellow safety Brandon Wilson on the Reserve/PUP list, and waived quarterback Drew Plitt to get the roster down to 80 players.

CINCINNATI ? Bengals Safety Jessie Bates has finally signed the designated franchise tag with the team. The Bengals announced Bates was re-signed Tuesday morning to play with the Bengals in 2022 for a reported salary of $13 million.

Current Contract Jessie Bates III signed a 1 year, $12,911,000 contract with the Cincinnati Bengals, including $12,911,000 guaranteed, and an average annual salary of $12,911,000. In 2022, Bates III will earn a base salary of $12,911,000, while carrying a cap hit of $12,911,000 and a dead cap value of $12,911,000.

The Bengals won the AFC championship in 1981, 1988, and 2021. After the first two conference championships, they lost to the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowls XVI and XXIII.... Cincinnati BengalsOwner(s)Mike BrownPresidentMike BrownGeneral managerMike Brown (de facto)Head coachZac Taylor22 more rows

Current Contract Contract:1 yr(s) / $12,911,000Average Salary$12,911,000Total Guarantees$12,911,000Guaranteed at Signing$12,911,000Free Agent:2023 / UFA1 more row