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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

De'Von Achane or Oronde Gadsden IIWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

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Start De'Von Achane over Oronde Gadsden II in 2026.

De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 PPG in 2025 to Oronde Gadsden II's 7.1, a 11.0 point per game edge. Achane's 67-catch receiving role gives him a higher weekly floor in PPR and half-PPR. De'Von Achane is Tier 2 among running backs, Oronde Gadsden II is Tier 3 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, De'Von Achane (18.1 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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RBMiami Dolphins#5PPG LEADER

De'Von Achane

PPG

18.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,350

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

488

Bye

Week 6

TELos Angeles Chargers#23

Oronde Gadsden II

PPG

7.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

664

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

De'Von Achane

Oronde Gadsden II

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18.1 PPG7.1 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

De'Von Achane: Tier 2 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 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 2 (Elite) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE in most league formats.

De'Von Achane vs Oronde Gadsden II: The Full Breakdown

Comparing De'Von Achane (RB, Miami Dolphins) against Oronde Gadsden II (TE, Los Angeles Chargers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 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.

De'Von Achane has his bye in Week 6, 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

If you can acquire De'Von Achane at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Oronde Gadsden II is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: De'Von Achane (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Oronde Gadsden II (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•De'Von Achane outscored Oronde Gadsden II by a projected 187 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•De'Von Achane played 16 games in 2025 compared to Oronde Gadsden II's 15. That durability gap means De'Von Achane contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•De'Von Achane scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•De'Von Achane caught 67 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

De'Von Achane vs Oronde Gadsden II: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	De'Von Achane	Oronde Gadsden II
PPG (Half-PPR)	18.1	7.1
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	290	107
Rushing Yards	1,350	0
Rush Yds/Game	84.4	0.0
Rushing TDs	8	0
Receptions	67	49
Receiving Yards	488	664
Targets	85	69
Total TDs	12	3
Age	24	23
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 7

Summary

Based on 2025 production, De'Von Achane holds the PPG edge with strong output at 18.1 points per game. Oronde Gadsden II averaged 7.1 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start De'Von Achane or Oronde Gadsden II in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 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.

Should I draft De'Von Achane or Oronde Gadsden II in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh De'Von Achane's 18.1 fantasy points per game against Oronde Gadsden II's 7.1 and what your roster still needs at TE. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did De'Von Achane and Oronde Gadsden II average in 2025?▾

De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 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 11.0 points per game.

When are De'Von Achane and Oronde Gadsden II's bye weeks in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane (MIA) has a bye in Week 6, and Oronde Gadsden II (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.