George Kittle vs Oronde Gadsden: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between George Kittle and Oronde Gadsden is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The San Francisco 49ers tight end put up 12.1 PPG in 2025 over 11 games; Oronde Gadsden of the Los Angeles Chargers averaged 7.1 in 15. A 5.0-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 5.0 points favors George Kittle, 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. George Kittle had 57 catches for 628 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.
One scheduling note: George Kittle is off Week 9 and Oronde Gadsden Week 5. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in tight end for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.
