After graduating in 2007, he did not receive any top scholarship offers, so he decided to attend City College of San Francisco.

While at the City College of San Francisco, Gomes lead the state in interceptions, tackles, and fumble returns.

Once Gomes started his career at Nebraska, he quickly became a starter for two years and lead the team in interceptions and tackles.

[9] In the season opener win against the New Orleans Saints, he recorded his first pass deflection and first interception on Drew Brees.

After Meriweather was placed on injured reserve, Gomes was made the starting strong safety again in the Week 12 win against the Dallas Cowboys,[12] where he recovered a fumble after Josh Wilson stripped the ball and recorded six tackles.