Antonio Gates

Antonio Gates is a well-known American former professional football player. He played in the NFL from 2003 until 2020. Gates was named into Pro Bowl Team from 2004 until 2011. Antonio played as a Tight End for his team. Gates played fr the San Diego Charger's 50th Anniversary Team in 2009. 

Antonio Gates was born Antonio Ethan Gates Sr. on June 18, 1980, in Detriot, Michigan. He has not shared a word about his parents and his early life in public. Gates graduated from Central High School and enrolled at Michigan State University. Talking about his physical appearance, Antonio stands six feet and four inches tall and weighs 116 kg. 

Antonio Gates's Net Worth, Salary and Earning

Antonio Gates has an estimated net worth of more than $25 Million. He has earned most of his net worth through his successful American football career. Gates spent most of his season with San Diego Chargers. In the last year of his career, Antonio took home $2,500,000 playing for the Chargers. 

Antonio played in the NFL until 2020 SOURCE: Getty Images

Antonio signed a two-year contract with the Chargers for  $537,000. The following year, Gates signed a six-year $22,500,000 with the Chargers. He received an average salary of $3,750,000 and $6 Million as his guaranteed salary. In 2010, The player extended his contract for five years worth $36,175,000. At the end of his career with the Chargers, Antonio received $5,500,000. 

Mansions and Houses

Antonio listed his believed Mansion in Encino on the market for $7.249 million in 2019. The house featured a high-end projector and theater-style seating, displaying game balls and other sports memorabilia from Gates’ playing days. Gates sold his second home located in San Diego Area for $2.5 Million. 

Antonio Gates's Married Life, Wife and Children

Antonio is married to his longtime girlfriend, Sasha Lee Dindayal. The love birds walked down their wedding aisle on July 9, 2011, at a private wedding ceremony. They had been dating each other for several years before their marriage. Shortly after the wedding, Antonio and Sasha welcomed their first child, Ayla, in February 2014. In June 2015, The family of three extended to four with a son, Aven. 

Antonio shares a photo with his wife, Sasha and their children SOURCE: Instagram@antoniogates

Although This may be Sasha's only and first relationship, Antonio has two other children from his former relationship. Antonio has a son, Antonio Gates jr, from his former relationship with Tasha White. Gates Jr. recently graduated from High School and committed to Michigan State University. Much about his fourth child is under the radar. 

Career in NFL

Antonio played basketball in High School and enrolled at Michigan State University for Basketball. However, His coach recommended that he join the American football team and listed his name for the 2003 NFL draft. The San Diego Chargers signed him as an undrafted free agent. Antonio had a good contribution in his first two seasons and extended his contract for six-year until 2010. 

Gates was named to the Pro Bowl Team for eight years and the NFL 2000s All-Decade Team. The player played with the team until 2018 and moved to Los Angeles Clippers. Antonio eventually announced his retirement in January 2020.