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Oronde Gadsden II vs Zach CharbonnetWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Zach Charbonnet is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Oronde Gadsden II's 7.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Zach Charbonnet is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Zach Charbonnet (10.7 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.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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TELos Angeles Chargers#23
Oronde Gadsden II
PPG
7.1
Games
15
Rec
49
Rec Yds
664
Rec TDs
3
Targets
69
Bye
Week 7
RBSeattle Seahawks#28PPG LEADER
Zach Charbonnet
PPG
10.7
Games
16
Rush Yds
730
Rush TDs
12
Rec
20
Rec Yds
144
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Oronde Gadsden II
Zach Charbonnet

Head to Head

7.1 PPG10.7 PPG
15 GP16 GP
Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Oronde Gadsden II: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #23 at the position). Zach Charbonnet: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #28 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB in most league formats.

Oronde Gadsden II vs Zach Charbonnet: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Oronde Gadsden II (TE, Los Angeles Chargers) against Zach Charbonnet (RB, Seattle Seahawks) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Oronde Gadsden II averaged 7.1 PPG in 2025 over 15 games, while Zach Charbonnet posted 10.7 PPG across 16 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.

Oronde Gadsden II has his bye in Week 7, Zach Charbonnet in Week 11. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Zach Charbonnet is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Oronde Gadsden II is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Oronde Gadsden II (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Zach Charbonnet (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

  • Zach Charbonnet outscored Oronde Gadsden II by a projected 61 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Zach Charbonnet played 16 games in 2025 compared to Oronde Gadsden II's 15. That durability gap means Zach Charbonnet contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Zach Charbonnet scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • Oronde Gadsden II saw 69 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Oronde Gadsden II vs Zach Charbonnet: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatOronde Gadsden IIZach Charbonnet
PPG (Half-PPR)7.110.7
Games Played1516
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)107171
Rushing Yards0730
Rush Yds/Game0.045.6
Rushing TDs012
Receptions4920
Receiving Yards664144
Targets6924
Total TDs312
Age2225
Experience-2 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 7Week 11

Summary

10.7 PPG for Zach Charbonnet versus 7.1 for Oronde Gadsden II in 2025. The baseline favors Zach Charbonnet, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Oronde Gadsden II or Zach Charbonnet in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Zach Charbonnet has the edge at 10.7 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 Oronde Gadsden II and Zach Charbonnet average in 2025?

Oronde Gadsden II averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Zach Charbonnet averaged 10.7 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 3.6 points per game.

When are Oronde Gadsden II and Zach Charbonnet's bye weeks in 2026?

Oronde Gadsden II (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Zach Charbonnet (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.