Oronde Gadsden II

Oronde Gadsden had an exciting four-game run last year as a rookie with 24 catches for 377 yards and 2 TDs from Week 6 to Week 9. He was TE1 in fantasy scoring over that stretch. Despite some dazzling flashes, Gadsden's 2026 fantasy outlook is murky. The Chargers signed blocking TE Charlie Kolar in free agency and picked up former Browns TE David Njoku in May. The Chargers have also added fullback Alec Ingold, who was with new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel in Miami. With 49 catches for 664 yards and three touchdowns in 15 games as a rookie, Gadsden offers intriguing fantasy upside. But with two other quality tight ends on the roster, Gadsden should be no more than a later-round dart throw in 2026 drafts.

Oronde Gadsden II caught two passes for 23 yards in Sunday's 19-3 loss to the Denver Broncos.

Fantasy Impact

The rookie was active on Sunday but wasn't able to rack up a good fantasy total against the Broncos. He showed a lot of potential over the course of the regular season, however, which will likely make him an interesting upside option at the tight end position for the 2026 fantasy football season.