The son of former NFL All-Pro tight end Antonio Gates has entered the transfer portal.
Antonio Gates Jr. was a redshirt freshman wide receiver at Michigan State last season. He had 5 catches for 82 yards and a touchdown in 12 games, and he appears to be looking for a new opportunity.
Michigan State WR Antonio Gates Jr. has entered the transfer portal, @mzenitz and I have learned for @247Sports. Gates caught 5 passes for 82 yards and a TD last year as a redshirt freshman.
Former 4-star recruit is the son of NFL star Antonio Gates. https://t.co/tdgjIyeWuG pic.twitter.com/Qet5cz4AM3
— Chris Hummer (@chris_hummer) April 22, 2024
Gates may be looking for a chance to earn more playing time. He saw most of his action last season on special teams and was a limited contributor to the offense.
Michigan State receivers coach Courtney Hawkins recently talked up Gates and said the wide receiver had a “really good spring.”
I asked MSU WR coach Courtney Hawkins about Gates on Thursday. Here's what he said. https://t.co/OOLhGChgIA pic.twitter.com/cGcQTLQ2gi
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) April 22, 2024
Despite the positive comments from Hawkins, Gates felt motivated to transfer.
Gates Jr. had 55 catches for 925 yards and 16 touchdowns as a high school senior, which helped him earn a 4-star prospect ranking.
