TONY
GONZALEZ
#88 -
TE
Ht/Wt
6’5’’,
247 lbs
Experience
17
years
Debut
1997
Born
Feb 27, 1976
(48 yrs)
Torrance, California
Hometown
Torrance, California
Drafted
Drafted by Kansas City in 1997 (1/13).
College
California
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description | |
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| 2014-03-11 |
Released by the Atlanta Falcons.
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| 2013-12-30 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2013-03-14 |
Re-signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Atlanta Falcons to a two-year contract.
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| 2012-01-01 |
Signed by the Atlanta Falcons to a one-year contract extension.
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| 2009-04-23 |
Acquired from the Kansas City Chiefs.
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The Atlanta Falcons acquired tight end Tony Gonzalez from the Kansas City Chiefs for a second-round draft pick in 2010. |
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NFL | Named to play in Pro Bowl Named to play in Pro Bowl | 2012 (did not play - injured), 2011, 2010, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001 (did not play - injured), 2000, 1999 |
Scouting Report
Clutch, and a high-character leader on and off the field. Smooth, athletic, and a sure-handed receiver who would sky for the ball. Made tough catches look routine and generally was a prolific, top-tier target. Also a good blocker, and incredibly durable and well-conditioned. Never had truly ideal bulk for blocking his position (although it didn't limit him much). Could have been more of an end-zone dominator considering his talent level.
Long Range Potential: All-time great at tight end.
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