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  • Attack
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    #25
    We all saw that Gates had very little left last season. He flashed a bit in a few games, but it's time for him to take a bow on a HOF career as an undrafted free agent former basketball player. I hope he retires rather than try to hang on with another team.

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    • Lightnin'
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      #26
      ...he was one of the best.

      Looks like I'll be retiring a couple of "85" game-day jersey's...
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      • boltguy
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        #27
        It seems to me they could allow him to have a final press conference to say goodbye. Hell norv had one after he was canned. And retire his number immediately as a show of respect.

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        • Bolt-O
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          He isn't retired yet. I think in the next few weeks before their July vacations we'll know if he does get a chance to play for someone else, but I'm sure that he'll be back to sign the one-day contract if nothing comes up.

          I'd love to see the number retired, I doubt it really,due to number shortages for receivers, and remember Ron Mix had his number retired, then he went to go play for the Raiders, and they made his number available.
      • oneinchpunch
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        #28
        Broncos fans are already hoping that Denver signs him. Just for red zone plays
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        • SDFan
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          #29
          Originally posted by oneinchpunch View Post
          Broncos fans are already hoping that Denver signs him. Just for red zone plays
          Keenum to Gates in the Red Zone? Might not be as effective as it was with Rivers. Who would fans blame?
          Life is too short to drink cheap beer :beer:

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          • OhioBolt
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            #30
            If Gates doesn't retire I hope he doesn't go to our divisional rivals that would make me sick, even though I don't think he has much in the tank. I hated when John Parrella left the Chargers and went to the Raiders.

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            • Bolt-O
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              #31
              I can only think of 4 QBs that could work with Gates... Rivers, Brees, Rodgers and Brady. PR had trouble getting the ball to Gates last season, and other receivers were more open. I don't recall if the stats are posted, but when Henry was targeted more than 5 times, the Chargers were more apt to win. It's now Hunter Henry's prime.

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              • Coachmarkos
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                #32
                Thank you Antonio Gates for about a million great moments, and a Hall of Fame worthy career.

                One of my favorite players ever. And by all accounts, a fantastic teammate and guy in the locker room.

                And if he wants to keep playing, that is certainly his right. Nothing but good thoughts and wishes for that man.
                "...of course that's just my opinion, I could be wrong."

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                • Fleet
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                  #33
                  Gates going to a division rival looks like resentment. And imo makes him look sort of lame. He has no reason to be bitter with the Chargers. I really hope he doesnt taint his legacy by going to a team like the Broncos.

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                  • richpjr
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                    Are there any rumors about him being a Bronco aside from speculation by fans on a forum?
                • Boltx
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                  #34
                  Originally posted by coachmarkos View Post
                  Thank you Antonio Gates for about a million great moments, and a Hall of Fame worthy career.

                  One of my favorite players ever. And by all accounts, a fantastic teammate and guy in the locker room.

                  And if he wants to keep playing, that is certainly his right. Nothing but good thoughts and wishes for that man.
                  My thoughts exactly.

                  He will probably go down as my favorite Charger, ever. Dude comes in undrafted, didn't play a down of football in college, and becomes a HoFer. Couldn't write a better script even if you tried. Sorry we couldn't get you (and countless others) a ring while you were here, but you will always be appreciated as the great player and person you are.

                  Witten just announced his retirement today (5/3/18) too. Would be fitting for these two legends to go out together. Changing of the TE guard.
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                  • Formula 21
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                    #35
                    Around the NFL




                    Antonio Gates 'actively negotiating' with Chargers


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                    • By Herbie Teope
                    • Around The NFL Writer
                    • Published: July 25, 2018 at 09:44 a.m.










                    Antonio Gates' return in a Los Angeles Chargers uniform could become more than wishful thinking.
                    During a Tuesday night appearance on SiriusXM NFL Radio, Gates' agent, Tom Condon, told host Alex Marvez that he is "actively negotiating" with Ed McGuire, who serves as the Chargers' executive vice president of football administration/player finance, to potentially bring back the tight end.







                    Now, if you excuse me, I have some Charger memories to suppress.
                    The Wasted Decade is done.
                    Build Back Better.

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                    • Bolt-O
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                      #36
                      Donavan Clark was waived, so there leaves a spot open on the roster. Might be that a signing is imminent, the Chargers would rather have Gates signed before camp, rather than during or just before the season, per reports.

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