Antonio Gibson’s talent and versatility make him a coveted prospect in this week’s NFL Draft.
The former Eagle’s Landing star, a multi-dimensional threat during his college career at Memphis, is projected as a third- to fourth-round pick in the draft, which begins with the first round Thursday. The second and third rounds are Friday, followed by the fourth through seventh rounds Saturday.
PHOTOS: NFL Draft hopeful, Eagle's Landing grad Antonio Gibson
NCAA Football: Senior Bowl Practice
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Gibson runs the ball during practice for the Senior Bowl in January in Mobile, Alabama.
NCAA Football: Mercer at Memphis
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Sep 1, 2018; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) is tackled by Mercer Bears defensive back BJ Bohler (11) during the second half at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Memphis Tigers defeated the Mercer Bears 66-14. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Mercer at Memphis
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Sep 1, 2018; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) is tackled by Mercer Bears defensive back Malique Fleming (5) during the second half at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Memphis Tigers defeated the Mercer Bears 66-14. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Georgia State at Memphis
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Sep 14, 2018; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) scores a touchdown against the Georgia State Panthers during the first half at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Georgia State at Memphis
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Sep 14, 2018; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Georgia State Panthers during the first half at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Southern Methodist at Memphis
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Nov 2, 2019; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) catches a pass over Southern Methodist Mustangs cornerback Chevin Calloway (11) during the first half at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Southern Methodist at Memphis
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Nov 2, 2019; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) carries the ball as Southern Methodist Mustangs linebacker Delano Robinson (3) defends during the first half at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Southern Methodist at Memphis
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Nov 2, 2019; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) and Tigers wide receiver Kedarian Jones (13) celebrate during the second half against the Southern Methodist Mustangs at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Southern Methodist at Memphis
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Nov 2, 2019; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) reacts on the sidelines during the second half against the Southern Methodist Mustangs at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Memphis at South Florida
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Nov 23, 2019; Tampa, FL, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) rushes the ball as South Florida Bulls defensive back Devin Studstill (8) readies for the contact during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Cincinnati at Memphis
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Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) rushes in the second quarter of a 2019 game as Cincinnati Bearcats defensive end Myjai Sanders (21) defends at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium.
NCAA Football: Cincinnati at Memphis
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Nov 29, 2019; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson rushes against the Cincinnati Bearcats at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Tigers won 34-24. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Cincinnati at Memphis
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Nov 29, 2019; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson rushes against the Cincinnati Bearcats at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Tigers won 34-24. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Cincinnati at Memphis
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Former Eagle’s Landing High School standout Antonio Gibson scores a touchdown for Memphis in a game last season against Cincinnati.
NCAA Football: Cincinnati at Memphis
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Nov 29, 2019; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Cincinnati Bearcats at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. The Tigers won 34-24. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Cincinnati at Memphis
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Nov 29, 2019; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Cincinnati Bearcats at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. The Tigers won 34-24. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: American Athletic Championship-Cincinnati at Memphis
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Dec 7, 2019; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) carries the ball against Cincinnati Bearcats safety Darrick Forrest (5) during the second half at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Senior Bowl Practice
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Jan 22, 2020; Mobile, Alabama, USA; South quarterback Jalen Hurts of Oklahoma (1) hands off to South running back Antonio Gibson of Memphis (24) during Senior Bowl practice at Ladd-Peebles Stadium. Vasha Hunt-USA TODAY Sports
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When all was said and done for Antonio Gibson, he and the Tigers excelled as a unit this year.
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Antonio Gibson felt like he needed to play with a chip on his shoulder in 2019 and it all panned out for him.
NCAA Football: Southern Methodist at Memphis
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Nov 2, 2019; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Tigers wide receiver Antonio Gibson (14) reacts on the sidelines during the second half against the Southern Methodist Mustangs at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
Antonio Gibson, University of Memphis Tigers
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Antonio Gibson and the University of Memphis program face Temple this Saturday at 12 noon on ESPN2.
Eagle’s Landing alumni Antonio Gibson earns First Team All-Conference honors at East Central Community College
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East Central Community College wide receiver and former Eagle’s Landing High standout Antonio Gibson was named to the Mississippi Association of Community and Junior Colleges First Team All-State South Offense. (Special Photo: ECCC Athletics)
TRACK ROUNDUP: Union Grove shines; Gibson sets school record for Eagle’s Landing at Chick-fil-A Invitational
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Eagle’s Landing’s Antonio Gibson set a school record in the 100-meter dash. (Special Photo: Jerry Jackson)
Eagle’s Landing boys roll Eastside in key region clash
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Eagle’s Landing’s Antonio Gibson (4) takes the ball in for a score during first-half action against the Eastside Eagles. (Special Photo: Ben Ennis)
Eagle’s Landing boys roll Eastside in key region clash
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Eagle’s Landing’s Antonio Gibson (4) grabs a rebound during second-half play against the Eastside Eagles. (Special Photo: Ben Ennis)
Henry County girls, Eagle’s Landing boys earn key region victories | PHOTOS
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Eagle’s Landing’s Antonio Gibson tries an off-balance shot. (Special Photo: Jeff Hurndon)
Henry County girls, Eagle’s Landing boys earn key region victories | PHOTOS
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Eagle’s Landing’s Antonio Gibson prepares to shoot a free throw. (Special Photo: Jeff Hurndon)
Offensive Player of the Year: Antonio Gibson, Sr., WR/ATH, Eagle’s Landing
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Eagle’s Landing senior Antonio Gibson (4) morphed into a hybrid threat for the Golden Eagles this season, allowing him to accumulate 1,545 total yards and 16 touchdowns. (Special Photo: Rod Christopher)
Eagle’s Landing boys claim Holiday Classic championship
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Eagle’s Landing Antonio Gibson (4) shoots after grabbing a rebound during second half action in the Chuck Miller Holiday Classic 2015 finals. (Special Photo: Ben Ennis)
Region 4-AAAA recognizes local football talent on all-region offensive team
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Eagle’s Landing senior Antonio Gibson amassed more 1,500 yards for the Golden Eagles in 2015 and was named the Region 4-AAAA offensive Player of the Year for his efforts. (Special Photo: Ben Ennis)
This Week in Football: Dutchtown, Eagle’s Landing, Woodland seek postseason appearances
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Antonio Gibson has racked up more than 1,500 total yards for Eagle’s Landing this season. (Special Photo: Rod Christopher)
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