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TEFA6 insightsLatest Sep 16, 2026

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NegativeRoleSep 16, 2026Footballguys

Gates drew all the red-zone attention when Hunter Henry was a rookie, allowing Henry to score eight touchdowns as the wide-open option. This historical context illustrates how Raridon might benefit from Henry drawing attention in 2026.

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NegativeRoleAug 6, 2026Pats Pulpit

Antonio Gates and Hunter Henry formed one of the league's better tight end duos during Henry's first two seasons with the Chargers (2016-17), establishing a historical benchmark for dual tight end production in San Diego/Los Angeles.

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PositiveProjectionJul 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Antonio Gates earned three 99 overall ratings across Madden history.

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PositiveProjectionJul 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Antonio Gates achieved 99 overall ratings in Madden NFL 07, 09, and 12, earning three 99 ratings across multiple editions, reflecting sustained elite tight end recognition.

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NegativeProjectionJul 22, 2026Footballguys

Antonio Gates finished as TE20 in his rookie season, exemplifying the historical pattern that many of the NFL's all-time best tight ends struggled to make their mark as rookies due to the positional demands of learning blocking schemes and route-running.

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NegativeProjectionNo dateYahoo Fantasy Football

Gates is used as a comp for Brock Bowers' trajectory. Bowers' 13 closest comps averaged +7 YPG in their third NFL season, and that group includes HOF talents like Gates and Travis Kelce.

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