Antonio Gates Autograph

Antonio Gates was born on June 18, 1980, in Detroit, Michigan. He is an American football tight end who played his college football at Kent State University. However, he was not interested in football initially and played basketball in high school and college. He was an outstanding basketball player and was even scouted by NBA teams. However, after completing his college education, he realized that he could have a career in football. More about Antonio Gates

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Current items with a signature of Antonio Gates

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thumbnailAntonio Gates Signed Los Angeles Chargers Speed Full Size Eclipse NFL Helmet$249.99logo
thumbnailAntonio Gates Signed SD Chargers Custom Jersey Beckett Witnessed (BAS)$100.00logo
Gates began his professional football career in 2003 when he signed with the San Diego Chargers as an undrafted free agent. In his rookie year, he led all rookies in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns, which earned him a spot in the Pro Bowl. He continued to excel in his profession and was named to the Pro Bowl nine times from 2004 – 2011 and again in 2014. Gates quickly established himself as one of the best tight ends in the league and was named to the NFL All-Decade Team (2000s).

Gates spent his entire career with the Chargers, amassing an impressive record of 11,841 receiving yards, 955 receptions, and 116 touchdowns, which are the most by any tight end in NFL history. He was also named to the Chargers' 50th Anniversary All-Time team. Gates retired from the NFL in 2018 and is now regarded as one of the top players in the history of American football. His football career is a testament to his dedication and hard work, which helped him achieve greatness on the field. Read even more about Antonio Gates at Wikipedia

Traded items with a signature of Antonio Gates

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The most expensive item with a signature of Antonio Gates (ANTONIO GATES signed Game Used Football Glove ~ 1 Nov 2012 ~ rec TD ~ JSA/COA) was sold in September 2022 for $499.99 while the cheapest item (2022 Panin Mosaic Antonio Gates Autograph 28/99) found a new owner for $0.73 in September 2023. The month with the most items sold (57) was January 2008 with an average selling price of $49.99 for an autographed item of Antonio Gates. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in March 2019 with $170.25 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $5.97 was May 2015. In average, an autographed item from Antonio Gates is worth $37.00.

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thumbnail2023 Panini Donruss Antonio Gates Signature Marks SM-AG /50 Auto, Chargers ??$9.99logo
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thumbnailAntonio Gates 2006 UPPER DECK SP AUTHENTICS NFL AUTOGRAPH CARD Chargers HOF AUTO$40.00logo
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thumbnailAntonio Gates Autographed 2022 Panini Numbers Game On Card Auto. Straight ??$32.00logo
thumbnailAntonio Gates Los Angeles Chargers Signed Autographed Jersey Beckett Witnessed$49.00logo
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Latest News about Antonio Gates

Watch: Antonio Gates gets emotional after surprise Chargers Hall of Fame inducti (08/17/23): One of the best players to ever play for the Chargers, Antonio Gates was emotional learning he was going to be in the team's Hall of Fame. Go to news article

Michigan State football recruiting: Four-star WR Antonio Gates Jr., son of NFL l (07/26/21): Gates, the No. 293 overall prospect in the Class of 2022, is the son of former Charger Antonio Gates Go to news article

Chargers legend Antonio Gates considered signing with Colts one year before Phil (03/30/20): It seems the Colts almost wooed two Chargers legends recently Go to news article

2020 NFL Draft: Notable combine snubs include Utah quarterback Tyler Huntley, Te (02/08/20): These prospects are looking to become the next Antonio Gates after a combine snub Go to news article

2020 NFL Draft: Notable combine snubs include Utah quaterback Tyler Huntley, Tem (02/08/20): These prospects are looking to become the next Antonio Gates after a combine snub Go to news article

Older News Stories about Antonio Gates

Touchdown maker Antonio Gates set standard for pass-catching tight ends (01/2020): After 16 years with the Chargers, Gates' destiny could take him to the Hall. Go to news article

Chargers' Antonio Gates: Catches four passes (12/2018): Chargers' Antonio Gates: Catches four passes Go to news article

11 Questions: Antonio Gates (02/2015): The starting tight end for the San Diego Chargers explains why he'd draft Drew Brees over Aaron Rodgers, and how he responds to disappointed fans.

Antonio Gates proves doubters wrong with longevity (01/2015): Antonio Gates was reportedly called "old and fat" more than three years ago, and yet, the tight end continues to produce. The former mid-major college basketball star remains Philip Rivers' top target. Go to news article

Antonio Gates ends year with milestone (12/2014): The Chargers vet became the fourth tight end in NFL history to reach a landmark. Go to news article

Ravens' defense prepping for seemingly ageless Chargers tight end Antonio Gates (11/2014): Although he's probably in the twilight of a stellar NFL career at 34 years old, San Diego Chargers veteran tight end Antonio Gates seems ageless.

Antonio Gates adds another team mark to his stellar résumé (10/2014): In the middle of a season in which a youthful energy has been restored in his legs, even as he repeatedly acknowledges the inevitable defeat that time will one day deal him, Antonio Gates made more history Thursday night. Go to news article

NFL matchup of the week: Chargers’ Antonio Gates vs. Bills’ Preston Brown (09/2014): In two games this season, Gates has 13 catches for 177 yards and three touchdowns.

Chargers' Antonio Gates lets his sister's memory guide him (08/2014): San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates thought about the possibility of retiring following his sister's death. Go to news article

Antonio Gates finds peace after tragedy (07/2014): Chargers tight end lost sister Wednesday, was working at training camp Thursday. Go to news article

Antonio Gates excused from minicamp (06/2014): The Chargers tight end tends to a "very personal situation" back home in Detroit. Go to news article

Ranking the Bolts: No. 7, Antonio Gates (02/2014): Antonio Gates led the Chargers in regular-season receptions and was an effective decoy. Go to news article

Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 15: Antonio Gates a low-risk option (12/2013): Antonio Gates has been a little quiet despite the Chargers putting up points. Will he be able to put up fantasy points on the short week? San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates has cooled off a little in the second half of the season.

Antonio Gates deals with 'tricky' injury (11/2013): The Chargers tight end gave his hamstring ailment an important test.

Antonio Gates: Recapping Last Name's Week 5 Fantasy Performance (10/2013): Gates had seven catches on 10 targets for 74 yards in Sunday's loss to the Raiders. Gates did not get into the end zone, but this was yet another solid performance for the resurgent tight end, who has registered double-digit fantasy points in his last four games in PPR leagues.

Antonio Gates posts perfect performance for fantasy owners (09/2013): Loading... Fantasy impact: Even more impressive within the performance by Gates is the fact that he was only targeted 10 times in the game, meaning that he caught every single ball Rivers threw his way.

San Diego's Antonio Gates finds his rank in top 100 'frustrating' (06/2013): SAN DIEGO -- San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates has caught almost five miles of passes (8,321 yards) in his illustrious NFL career while accounting for 642 receptions and 83 touchdowns. He made eight consecutive Pro Bowls between 2004-2011, and is a virtual lock for the Hall of Fame.

Why there’s still hope for Antonio Gates (05/2013): Hope right now mostly = Mike McCoy.

Chargers win without much meaning; Antonio Gates looking for his best ahead (12/2012): Also, stories from around the NFL Go to news article

Krasovic: What happened to Antonio Gates? (11/2012): Antonio Gates was targeted only twice on Sunday in a game that went deep into overtime.

T.J. Ward has tall task in covering Antonio Gates (10/2012): BEREA — T.J. Ward has a tall order waiting for him when he has to cover Chargers tight end Antonio Gates on Sunday afternoon.

Ryan Mathews, Antonio Gates active for San Diego Chargers (09/2012): Running back Ryan Mathews and tight end Antonio Gates will be active for the San Diego Chargers against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

Acee: At least be thankful for Antonio Gates' health (08/2012): On a sorry night to end preseason, tight end plays and continues in good health. Go to news article

Antonio Gates bullish on San Diego Chargers tight ends (07/2012): Antonio Gates knows a thing or two about playing tight end. The Chargers' longtime stalwart believes his current teammates at the position could be in store for a big 2012.

Norv Turner: Antonio Gates is back to where we want him (05/2012): It has been a rough couple of years for Chargers tight end Antonio Gates. He missed six games in 2010 and three games, along with parts of others, last year because of a foot injury. He’s still been productive — 17 touchdown catches — but his presence in the lineup has been missed for the…

Miami Dolphins Signee Les Brown Is The Latest To Try The Antonio Gates Path to N (04/2012): Les Brown is going from small college basketball player and job with a private equity firm to the Miami Dolphins

San Diego's Antonio Gates hoping to break franchise receiving record in Detroit (12/2011): San Diego's Antonio Gates, a Detroit native, is hoping to break his team's franchise receiving record at Ford Field on Saturday. Go to news article

What’s Wrong With Philip Rivers? Well, He’s the Father of Six Little Kids, Anton (10/2011): Philip Rivers has been struggling so far in 2011 relative to his standards. Sproles? Gates' Injury? Too many bed time books?

Antonio Gates: 11 Questions About Fantasy Football (08/2011): The starting tight end for the San Diego Chargers explains why he'd draft Drew Brees over Aaron Rodgers.

Exclusive: Antonio Gates Was Caught Creepin’ With Sasha “The Escort” By Former F (07/2011): Remember Monday, when we told you Antonio Gates — the San Diego Chargers player that wifed up alleged escort Sasha Lee — wasn’t so innocent himself? Well after we ran that story, we were contacted by a number of folks

Antonio Gates: Latest Updates on His Status for Thursday Night Football (12/2010): Antonio Gates is doubtful for the San Diego Chargers Thursday night football game against the San Francisco 49ers.  Go to news article

Antonio Gates talks Chargers, Norv, MVP race (11/2010): Antonio Gates talks Chargers, Norv, MVP race