Antonio Ethan Gates (born June 18, 1980) is an American former professional football player who was a tight end for the San Diego / Los Angeles Chargers during his entire career in the National Football League (NFL).

Antonio Gates took one of the more unusual paths to the National Football League. The San Diego Chargers signed him as an undrafted free agent in 2003 with modest expectations, considering Gates did not play a down of college football. ... Gates worked out for several NFL teams. The Chargers were rewarded for the chance they took by developing ...

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5 days ago · Antonio Gates is headed to Canton. The legendary Chargers tight end was announced Thursday night as a member of the Class of 2025 for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Here are five things to know about Gates: 1. The NFL's all-time TD leader for tight ends.

5 days ago · Longtime Los Angeles Chargers tight end Antonio Gates was announced at the NFL Honors show as one of four members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025. He’ll join Jared Allen, Eric...

5 days ago · Antonio Gates. One of the greatest ... proving to be one of the most consistent and reliable producers in the NFL for Philip Rivers, alongside whom Gates played nearly his entire 16-year career. A ...

5 days ago · Chargers Legend Antonio Gates' 116 career touchdown receptions ranks No. 1 all-time among tight ends, with the Bolts holding a 53-39 record when Gates found the endzone. Take a look back at each score from his legendary career.

5 days ago · Gates spent his entire 16-year career with the Chargers, becoming an icon at his position with an NFL-leading 116 touchdown catches. After he transitioned from college basketball at Kent State ...

5 days ago · Antonio Gates, among the most prolific players to ever compete in the National Football League and one of the greatest Chargers ever, has been officially selected for enshrinement in Canton, it was announced Thursday night …

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