"A frustrated Antonio Gates announced "no change" in how he is feeling and assessed his chances of playing Monday night against the Broncos at "50-50."

Gates missed his first-ever game due to injury Nov. 7 at Houston, mostly due to a torn plantar fascia on his right foot and also a sprained left ankle and toe. It was the first game he had not played in since being on the Roster Exempt List for the 2005 season opener.

"I'm doing everything I can," said Gates, who had played in 94 straight games, including playoffs, before being inactive against the Texans. "I don't just create situations. If I can get on the field and play, I'm gonna play … There are certain situations you've got to let it heal.""