In honor of his achievement, the Chargers celebrated by adopting a goat in Gates's honor. The goat, a nod to the team considering Gates the "greatest of all time" tight end, is named Gatesy after him.

Gates consistently provided key catches, especially on third downs, and served as a safety value for Chargers quarterbacks ...

"Gatesy," a smiling Tomlinson said as tight end entered the room. Gates was immediately overcome with emotion, smiling wide ...

Gates, who caught 116 touchdown passes in a 16-year career spent entirely with the Chargers, is elected alongside defensive ...

Las Vegas Raiders superstar edge rusher Maxx Crosby gave some strong hints about his future in Las Vegas during a media ...

Chip Kelly knows what he’s getting into, but as the Raiders’ offensive coordinator, he embraces joining an AFC West loaded ...

It makes sense that Black players in the NFL think Black head coaches feel extra pressure. According to an AP tally, eight of ...

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce reacts during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Las Vegas, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr ...

Those words, and Smith’s future with the Seahawks, came to mind last weekend when Pete Carroll returned to the NFL. The former Seahawks Super Bowl leader is back after one year out of football.

Seattle quarterback’s contract, relationship with his former Seahawks coach and Smith’s curious postings makes one wonder.