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Antonio Gates: First NFL Hall of Famer Without College Football

7/31/2025

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Antonio Gates, a former Kent State basketball star, is poised to make history as the first NFL Hall of Famer who never played college football. With 116 touchdown catches and a knack for clutch performances in the red zone, Gates' extraordinary transition from the basketball court to NFL greatness culminates in his induction on August 2, 2025.

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Antonio Gates, a former Kent State basketball star, is poised to make history as the first NFL Hall of Famer who never played college football. With 116 touchdown catches and a knack for clutch performances in the red zone, Gates' extraordinary transition from the basketball court to NFL greatness culminates in his induction on August 2, 2025.