Mike Gibson

Former National Football League player

What is Mike Gibson known for?

Mike Gibson, a notable alumnus from Napa High School in Napa, California, was born on November 18, 1985, in Napa, California. He is a former National Football League (NFL) player who was recognized for his accomplishments both during his high school and professional football career.

At Napa High, Gibson stood out as a football player. He was named Second-team All-State player and the Monticello Empire League's Lineman of the Year. From there, he went on to play college football at Solano Community College, where he was All-Bay Valley Conference and an All-American. In 2006, he transferred to the University of California, Berkeley, earning All-Pacific-10 Conference Honorable Mention in his senior year.

Gibson was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft. Over his career, he played for the Philadelphia Eagles, the Seattle Seahawks, and the Arizona Cardinals. His NFL career statistics include playing in 36 games and starting in 8 of those games. His player stats can be viewed on NFL.com and Pro Football Reference.

Notably, Gibson played in his first NFL game on December 20 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers while with the Seahawks, and started for the Seahawks in their 2010 season opening game against the San Francisco 49ers. Moreover, Gibson was an integral part of the Seahawks' playoff run, starting the NFC wild card playoff game against New Orleans and the divisional playoff game against Chicago.

Throughout his career, Gibson demonstrated skill, grit, and passion for the game, making him a notable figure in the world of football and a source of pride for the Napa High School community.