13 Facts About Clyde Gates

Edmond Darell "Clyde" Gates was born on June 13,1986 and is an American former professional football wide receiver.

Clyde Gates is the cousin of running backs Bernard Scott and Daryl Richardson.

Clyde Gates had a rough childhood, growing up in a troubled neighborhood with his father serving 18 years in prison for murder.

Clyde Gates intended on playing in the NBA after earning a scholarship to play basketball at Tyler Junior College in Texas.

Clyde Gates was asked not to return for a second season.

Clyde Gates was recruited by Abilene Christian to play football in 2007.

Clyde Gates carried the ball 14 times for 189 yards and 4 more scores.

Clyde Gates finished his sophomore year playing 10 games, missing two games due to a leg injury early in the season, resulting in 31 catches for 716 yards and 8 touchdowns.

Clyde Gates scored his first touchdown in the Dolphins first preseason game on August 12,2012 vs Atlanta.

Clyde Gates was released by the Dolphins on August 31,2012.

Clyde Gates was claimed off waivers by the New York Jets on September 1,2012.

Clyde Gates suffered a season-ending shoulder injury on October 13,2013 and was placed on the injured reserve list two days later.

Clyde Gates was released by the Cowboys on September 5,2015.