Former San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates receives his Hall of Fame door knock from former San Diego Chargers running back and Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson.

"Man, it's tough. Thank you." The special moment: LaDainian Tomlinson delivered the news to his former teammate Antonio Gates that he’s a part of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025.

Gates was immediately overcome with emotion, smiling wide as the realization hit. And then, Tomlinson gave him the news he has been waiting for. "It's my honor to welcome you to the Pro Football Hall ...

Former San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates receives his Hall of Fame door knock from former San Diego Chargers running back and Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson.

Former San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates receives his Hall of Fame door knock from former San Diego Chargers running back and Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson. Former Philadelphia Eagles ...

as shared by ESPN's Adam Schefter on X (formerly Twitter): LaDainian Tomlinson delivered the news to his former teammate Antonio Gates that he’s a part of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of ...

Antonio Gates was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Thursday. Before it was officially announced to the public, Gates’ former teammate and Chargers great LaDainian Tomlinson surprised him ...

Gates is seen walking into a room where former longtime teammate LaDainian Tomlinson was waiting to deliver the good news. “It’s my honor to welcome you to the Pro Football Hall of Fame ...

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