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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brenton Strange vs Oronde Gadsden IIWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brenton Strange is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.9 PPG to Oronde Gadsden II's 7.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Brenton Strange is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Brenton Strange and Oronde Gadsden II are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.8-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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TEJacksonville Jaguars#19PPG LEADER

Brenton Strange

PPG

7.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

540

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

TELos Angeles Chargers#23

Oronde Gadsden II

PPG

7.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

664

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Brenton Strange

Oronde Gadsden II

Head to Head

7.9 PPG7.1 PPG

12 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Brenton Strange: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #19 at the position). Oronde Gadsden II: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #23 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Brenton Strange is producing at 36% of elite pace and Oronde Gadsden II at 32%. That ranking gap means Brenton Strange carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brenton Strange vs Oronde Gadsden II: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Brenton Strange finished the 2025 season at 7.9 PPG over 12 games with the Jacksonville Jaguars, while Oronde Gadsden II clocked in at 7.1 across 15 appearances for the Los Angeles Chargers. A 0.8-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Brenton Strange had 46 catches for 540 yards; Oronde Gadsden II posted 49 for 664. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Both share a Week 7 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking tight ends this deep on your bench, plan your replacement tight end early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Brenton Strange (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Oronde Gadsden II (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Brenton Strange outscored Oronde Gadsden II by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Oronde Gadsden II played 15 games in 2025 compared to Brenton Strange's 12. That durability gap means Oronde Gadsden II contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Brenton Strange scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Oronde Gadsden II saw 69 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Both players share a Week 7 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brenton Strange vs Oronde Gadsden II: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brenton Strange	Oronde Gadsden II
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.9	7.1
Games Played	12	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	95	107
Receptions	46	49
Rec/Game	3.8	3.3
Receiving Yards	540	664
Rec Yds/Game	45.0	44.3
Receiving TDs	3	3
Targets	60	69
Target Share/Game	5.0	4.6
Age	25	22
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

7.9 PPG for Brenton Strange versus 7.1 for Oronde Gadsden II in 2025. The baseline favors Brenton Strange, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brenton Strange or Oronde Gadsden II in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brenton Strange has the edge at 7.9 PPG compared to Oronde Gadsden II's 7.1 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Brenton Strange and Oronde Gadsden II average in 2025?▾

Brenton Strange averaged 7.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Oronde Gadsden II averaged 7.1 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

Do Brenton Strange and Oronde Gadsden II share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Brenton Strange and Oronde Gadsden II share a Week 7 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at tight end for that week.

Is Brenton Strange or Oronde Gadsden II a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Brenton Strange outscored Oronde Gadsden II by 0.8 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.