FILE- This April 3, 2017 file photo shows Los Angeles Chargers tight end Antonio Gates talking to reporters during an offseason workout session for the NFL football team in San Diego. Gates had never been to a Pro Football Hall of Fame ceremony before last weekend, when he traveled to watch longtime teammate LaDainian Tomlinson’s stirring induction. Gates returned to practice with the Chargers on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2017 in Costa Mesa. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull, file)