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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

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

Jake Tonges is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.5 PPG to Oronde Gadsden II's 7.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jake Tonges is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Jake Tonges edges Oronde Gadsden II by 1.4 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Jake Tonges goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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TESan Francisco 49ers#15PPG LEADER

Jake Tonges

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

293

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

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 Tonges

Oronde Gadsden II

Head to Head

8.5 PPG7.1 PPG

9 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Jake Tonges: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #15 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 Tonges is producing at 39% of elite pace and Oronde Gadsden II at 32%. That ranking gap means Jake Tonges carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jake Tonges vs Oronde Gadsden II: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jake Tonges finished the 2025 season at 8.5 PPG over 9 games with the San Francisco 49ers, while Oronde Gadsden II clocked in at 7.1 across 15 appearances for the Los Angeles Chargers. A 1.4-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Jake Tonges had 34 catches for 293 yards; Oronde Gadsden II 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: Jake Tonges is off Week 8 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 Tonges (age 26) 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 Tonges outscored Oronde Gadsden II by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Oronde Gadsden II played 15 games in 2025 compared to Jake Tonges's 9. That durability gap means Oronde Gadsden II contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jake Tonges scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Oronde Gadsden II saw 69 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Oronde Gadsden II is 4 years younger than Jake Tonges (22 vs 26), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jake Tonges vs Oronde Gadsden II: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jake Tonges	Oronde Gadsden II
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.5	7.1
Games Played	9	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	77	107
Receptions	34	49
Rec/Game	3.8	3.3
Receiving Yards	293	664
Rec Yds/Game	32.6	44.3
Receiving TDs	5	3
Targets	46	69
Target Share/Game	5.1	4.6
Age	26	22
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 7

Summary

Jake Tonges outscored Oronde Gadsden II by 1.4 PPG in 2025 (8.5 to 7.1). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jake Tonges or Oronde Gadsden II in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jake Tonges has the edge at 8.5 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 Tonges and Oronde Gadsden II average in 2025?▾

Jake Tonges averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Oronde Gadsden II averaged 7.1 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

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

Jake Tonges (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Oronde Gadsden II (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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

Jake Tonges outscored Oronde Gadsden II by 1.4 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.