"From old-school bruisers to modern-day playmakers, tight ends have shaped NFL history. Mike Ditka revolutionized the position, John Mackey brought speed, and Kellen Winslow redefined offensive ...

Antonio Gates went from a Kent State University basketball standout to a star tight end with the NFL's Chargers to a legend who has attained football immortality in Canton. Gates, 44, is among ...

Antonio Gates ... ranks second among tight ends in receiving yards with 13,046, trailing only Tony Gonzalez’s 15,127. The next two are Travis Kelce (12,151) and Gates (11,841).

The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025, the smallest class in 20 years includes three modern era players: tight end Antonio Gates, edge rusher Jared Allen and cornerback Eric Allen ...

Although Kelce has not had the most exciting regular season, his fellow tight end gave him his flowers as he gears up to win ...