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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jake Ferguson vs Oronde Gadsden IIWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jake Ferguson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Oronde Gadsden II's 7.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jake Ferguson is the better fantasy play this season.

Jake Ferguson is the better play on a neutral week. 8.7 PPG with 601 yards gives a reliable baseline. Oronde Gadsden II at 7.1 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jake Ferguson higher, but do not fade Oronde Gadsden II entirely.

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

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TEDallas Cowboys#14PPG LEADER

Jake Ferguson

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

600

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 14

TELos Angeles Chargers#23

Oronde Gadsden II

PPG

7.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

664

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Jake Ferguson

Oronde Gadsden II

Head to Head

8.7 PPG7.1 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Jake Ferguson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #14 at the position). Oronde Gadsden II: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #23 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Jake Ferguson is producing at 40% of elite pace and Oronde Gadsden II at 32%. That ranking gap means Jake Ferguson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jake Ferguson vs Oronde Gadsden II: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jake Ferguson and Oronde Gadsden II for your lineup, you are not alone. Jake Ferguson finished the 2025 season at 8.7 PPG for the Dallas Cowboys (17 games), and Oronde Gadsden II averaged 7.1 for the Los Angeles Chargers (15 games).

That 1.6-point weekly advantage for Jake Ferguson is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Jake Ferguson is the volume tight end in this matchup with 82 receptions for 600 yards, while Oronde Gadsden II profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (3 scores on 49 catches). In weeks where Oronde Gadsden II finds the end zone he out-scores Jake Ferguson, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Jake Ferguson is off Week 14 and Oronde Gadsden II Week 7. 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.

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: Jake Ferguson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Oronde Gadsden II (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Jake Ferguson outscored Oronde Gadsden II by a projected 27 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jake Ferguson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Oronde Gadsden II's 15. That durability gap means Jake Ferguson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jake Ferguson scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Jake Ferguson saw 102 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Oronde Gadsden II is 5 years younger than Jake Ferguson (22 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jake Ferguson vs Oronde Gadsden II: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jake Ferguson	Oronde Gadsden II
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	7.1
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	148	107
Receptions	82	49
Rec/Game	4.8	3.3
Receiving Yards	600	664
Rec Yds/Game	35.3	44.3
Receiving TDs	8	3
Targets	102	69
Target Share/Game	6.0	4.6
Age	27	22
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jake Ferguson at 8.7 PPG, 1.6 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 Jake Ferguson or Oronde Gadsden II in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jake Ferguson has the edge at 8.7 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 Jake Ferguson and Oronde Gadsden II average in 2025?▾

Jake Ferguson averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Oronde Gadsden II averaged 7.1 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.6 points per game.

When are Jake Ferguson and Oronde Gadsden II's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jake Ferguson (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Oronde Gadsden II (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jake Ferguson or Oronde Gadsden II a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Jake Ferguson outscored Oronde Gadsden II by 1.6 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.