Dawson Knox vs Oronde Gadsden: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between Dawson Knox and Oronde Gadsden is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Buffalo Bills tight end put up 5.0 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Oronde Gadsden of the Los Angeles Chargers averaged 7.1 in 15. A 2.1-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 2.1 points favors Oronde Gadsden, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one tight end to the other.
Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Dawson Knox had 36 catches for 417 yards; Oronde Gadsden 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.
Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Dawson Knox sits Week 12 while Oronde Gadsden is off Week 5. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.
