Gadsden boasts NFL lineage, an impressive size/speed combination and more career receiving yards than Tyler Warren or Colston Loveland. What's the catch? Well, he's not really a tight end. Or, at least, he wasn't during his first 900+ receiving yard performance in 2022, lining up in-line for just 11% of his snaps. Gadsden came back with something to prove in 2024, though, playing in-line 44% of the time on his way to another 900+ yards. He must have done something right this offseason as he made splashes not only in minicamp but the early days of Chargers training camp, working with the first-team offense. He faces an uphill battle if the plan is to be an NFL tight end at 243 pounds, but the Chargers could aim to use him more like a receiver and potentially make him a small contributor. The best-case outcome for a player of this archetype is Darren Waller, but there are far more forgotten names. Keep Gadsden's name on your radar as Greg Roman and Jim Harbaugh love to utilize the TE position, but he's only worth taking a stab on late in dynasty and keeper leagues.
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Fantasy News
Chargers' Oronde Gadsden: Makes touchdown grab
Rotowire
Gadsden recorded three catches on four targets for 46 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 30-23 preseason loss.
Gadsden played for well over half of the game and showed off his ability as a pass catcher. His most notable grab was a contested 25-yard touchdown reception delivered by DJ Uiagalelei. Gadsden has gotten some positive attention for his performance during training camp, and he'll head into the first regular season of his pro career with some positive momentum.
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Chargers' Oronde Gadsden: Plays behind Dissly
Rotowire
Gadsden made one catch on two targets for 12 yards in Saturday's 23-22 preseason loss to the Rams.
Gadsden started each of the Chargers' first two preseason contests, but the team hadn't played their projected starters in either game. The first-team offense took the field Saturday, with Will Dissly serving as the tight end. Gadsden has received strong reviews for his play during training camp, but it still might take some time for him to make a consistent impact in meaningful game situations.
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Chargers' Oronde Gadsden: Joining Bolts as Round 5 pick
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The Chargers selected Gadsden in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, 165th overall.
Gadsden began his college career at Syracuse as a wide receiver before converting to a hybrid tight end. He missed most of the 2024 season due to injury but returned to form in 2024, racking up a career-best 73 receptions for 934 yards and seven touchdowns to claim First Team All-ACC honors. In a run-heavy Jim Harbaugh offense, the 6-foot-5, 241-pound Gadsden doesn't exactly fit the mold as a standout blocker at tight end, but he possesses intriguing receiving skills to split out and stretch the middle of the defense.
