13 Facts About Michael Gaines

Michael Gaines was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the seventh round of the 2004 NFL draft.

Michael Gaines attended Florida High School which is a developmental school associated with Florida State University As a football standout, he played six different positions, including backup quarterback and finished his high school career with 56 receptions, 1,715 receiving yards and 20 touchdowns.

Michael Gaines earned first-team all-state recognition as a junior and senior and registered 20 receptions for 535 yards and nine touchdowns in addition to collecting 110 tackles on defense as a senior.

Michael Gaines was rated the number one tight end in Florida.

Michael Gaines was the first player from his school to participate in the Florida-Georgia High School All-Star Game.

Michael Gaines played in 23 games with four starts for the University of Central Florida.

Michael Gaines recorded 22 receptions for 306 yards and three touchdowns.

Michael Gaines proved to be virtually unstoppable against the Toledo defense.

At 6'4 and close to 280 pounds, Michael Gaines has the reputation of a blocking tight end, often lining up in double tight end or goal line formations.

In 2007 with the Bills, Michael Gaines set career highs in receptions and reception yardage.

Michael Gaines signed a 1-year deal with the Chicago Bears on May 11,2009.

Michael Gaines signed with the Cleveland Browns on October 21,2009.

Michael Gaines signed with the Houston Texans on April 23,2010, but was released in the preseason.