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. ... Elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame: Jan. 14, 2025 Other members of the Class of 2025: Eric Allen, Jared ...

6 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.

6 days ago · The Chargers legendary tight end was announced as an inductee for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2025 on Thursday night. ... Why Antonio Gates Made the Pro Football Hall of Fame Feb 07, 2025 at 11:01 AM. Eric Smith. Editorial Director. There are football players that leave a lasting impact on the NFL. ...

6 days ago · Gates, the NFL's All-Time Leader in Touchdown Receptions by a Tight End, Headlines Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025 revealed Thursday night at NFL Honors in New Orleans Antonio Gates, among the most prolific players to ever compete in the National Football League and one of the greatest ...

6 days ago · Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe were voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the smallest induction class in 20 years.

6 days ago · Minnesota Vikings’ Jared Allen, former professional football player hugs Antonio Gates as they are introduced into the NFL Hall of Fame Class of 2025, during the NFL Honors award show ahead of the Super Bowl 59 football game, Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025, in New Orleans.

6 days ago · He was a six-time Pro Bowl selection and a one-time defensive player of the year in 1993. Antonio Gates A basketball player in college, Gates entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent rookie in 2003.

6 days ago · CANTON, Ohio (WJW) – Antonio Gates has been elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025, becoming the second Kent State alumnus to receive the honor. Gates was a basketball star ...

6 days ago · Antonio Gates, a five-time AP All-Pro tight end who grew up in Detroit and attended Central High School, was named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025 in New Orleans on Thursday night.

6 days ago · The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced Thursday that tight end Antonio Gates and edge rusher Jared Allen are among those who have been elected by the Hall's 49-person selection committee.