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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs Oronde Gadsden IIWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Oronde Gadsden II's 7.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, D'Andre Swift (13.2 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Oronde Gadsden II (7.1 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

TELos Angeles Chargers#23

Oronde Gadsden II

PPG

7.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

664

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Oronde Gadsden II

Head to Head

13.2 PPG7.1 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Oronde Gadsden II: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #23 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE in most league formats.

D'Andre Swift vs Oronde Gadsden II: The Full Breakdown

Comparing D'Andre Swift (RB, Chicago Bears) against Oronde Gadsden II (TE, Los Angeles Chargers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games, while Oronde Gadsden II posted 7.1 PPG across 15 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

D'Andre Swift has his bye in Week 10, Oronde Gadsden II in Week 7. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Oronde Gadsden II is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Oronde Gadsden II (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Oronde Gadsden II by a projected 104 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Oronde Gadsden II's 15. That durability gap means D'Andre Swift contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•D'Andre Swift scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Oronde Gadsden II caught 49 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Oronde Gadsden II is 5 years younger than D'Andre Swift (22 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

D'Andre Swift vs Oronde Gadsden II: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Oronde Gadsden II
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	7.1
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	107
Rushing Yards	1,087	0
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	0.0
Rushing TDs	9	0
Receptions	34	49
Receiving Yards	299	664
Targets	48	69
Total TDs	10	3
Age	27	22
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor D'Andre Swift at 13.2 PPG, 6.1 points per game above Oronde Gadsden II's 7.1. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start D'Andre Swift or Oronde Gadsden II in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 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 D'Andre Swift and Oronde Gadsden II average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Oronde Gadsden II averaged 7.1 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 6.1 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Oronde Gadsden II's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Oronde Gadsden II (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.