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Oronde Gadsden on Rookie Lessons and Building Confidence Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden meets with the media following his rookie season. Gadsden recaps his learning curve, offseason plans, area...

5 DAYS AGO • CHARGERS.COM

Gains 30 yards against NE Gadsden had three receptions on as many targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 16-3 loss to the Patriots.

Impact Gadsden's pedestrian receiving line was actually good enough for second amongst Los Angeles receiving options in a dismal passing display on the road against New England. The 22-year-old still can hang his hat on overachieving during the regular season when he produced a 49-664-3 receiving line after being taken in the fifth round of this year's draft. Gadsden never relinquished his grasp on the starting job once he took over for an injured Will Dissly in Week 4. The Syracuse product is in prime position to thrive in his sophomore season when he begins the 2026 campaign as the Chargers' starting tight end.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Low volume without starting QB Gadsden brought in both of his targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 19-3 loss to the Broncos.

Impact Gadsden was one of a handful of key players on offense allowed to take the field for the Chargers in Week 18. The 2025 fifth-round pick was able to add a couple of receptions to his rookie total, bringing his final line up to 49-664-3 in 15 appearances this regular season. While the tight end certainly surpassed expectations as a rookie, Gadsden's inconsistent play down the stretch makes him a risky DFS play in the wild-card round, even with QB Justin Herbert back under center.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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Mixed bag in Week 17 loss Gadsden brought in three of six targets for 32 yards and a touchdown in the Chargers' 20-16 loss to the Texans on Saturday.

Impact Gadsden had two diametrically opposite experiences in the red zone Saturday, first having a ball bounce off his hands inside the five-yard line and landing in the hands of the Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair to extinguish a golden late first-half scoring opportunity. The rookie tight end then atoned to a degree with a one-yard touchdown grab late in the third quarter, his third career score and first since Week 8. Gadsden should continue filling a key role in the Week 18 road regular-season finale against the Broncos.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 27, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Another quiet game in win Gadsden secured his lone target for seven yards in the Chargers' 34-17 win over the Cowboys on Sunday.

Impact After a big four-game stretch from Weeks 6 to 9, Gadsden has crashed back to Earth in recent weeks. Over his last six games, Gadsden has compiled just 12 catches for 166 scoreless yards on 23 targets. He's devolved into an untrustworthy option at fantasy's weakest position ahead of next Saturday's date with a stingy Houston defense.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Oronde Gadsden II shatters Chargers franchise records in win over the Chiefs Oronde Gadsden's breakout rookie season for the Chargers continues as he now has his name next to new franchise records.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • BOLTBEAT.COM

Team-high yardage total in win Gadsden brought in four of five targets for 61 yards in the Chargers' 16-13 win over the Chiefs on Sunday.

Impact Gadsden led the Chargers in receiving yards and tied for second in targets, also providing the team's second-longest catch of the afternoon (27 yards). Quentin Johnston's absence due to a groin injury may have benefitted the rookie tight end, who finished with his highest reception and receiving yardage totals since Week 9. Gadsden will take a 43-602-2 line on 60 targets into a Week 16 road matchup against the Cowboys.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Held quiet in Week 14 Gadsden finished with one reception for seven yards on four targets in Monday's 22-19 overtime win over the Eagles.

Impact With a 62 percent snap share on the night, Gadsden once again handily paced Chargers tight ends in playing time, but it didn't translate to much production in the box score. Since recording at least five catches and 68 receiving yards in four straight games from Weeks 6 through 9, Gadsden has been limited to a 7-88-0 receiving line on 17 targets over the Chargers' ensuing four contests.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Only one catch in win Gadsden caught one of his two targets for 27 yards in the 31-14 win over the Raiders on Sunday.

Impact Sunday was the rookie's fewest receptions in a game dating back to Week 5, and his second lowest yardage total after breaking out against the Dolphins back in Week 6. Negative game scripts have largely impacted Gadsden as the Chargers have either blown out opponents or been blown out themselves in most of their contests throughout the month of November. A matchup against the Eagles in Week 14 could be a remedy for more volume, but the status of quarterback Justin Herbert will be incredibly relevant, as the Pro Bowler will have surgery to repair a fracture in his left hand Monday with his status uncertain for the critical bout.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • SI.COM

Just 41 yards in Week 11 loss Gadsden caught two of five targets for 41 yards in the Chargers' 35-6 loss to the Jaguars on Sunday.

Impact Gadsden had just one catch for 13 yards until late in the fourth quarter when he caught a 28-yard pass from backup quarterback Trey Lance when the game was well out of hand. It was a challenge most of the afternoon for the Los Angeles offense, as Justin Herbert threw for just 81 yards prior to being removed from the blowout loss. After big production in October, Gadsden has cooled off in back-to-back weeks, with just five catches for 54 yards on 11 targets over the past two games. The Chargers have a Week 12 bye before hosting the Raiders at home in Week 13.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Practices fully Wednesday Gadsden (knee) practiced fully Wednesday.

Impact Previous reports indicated that Gadsden was dealing with a quad bruise, but he's listed with a knee issue on the Chargers' Week 11 injury report. In any case, the tight end's full participation Wednesday paves the way for him to play Sunday against the Jaguars, and in the process maintain his key role in Los Angeles' passing offense, a context that has kept Gadsden on the fantasy radar since his production picked up in Week 6.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

In line to practice Wednesday Gadsden (quadriceps) is slated to practice Wednesday, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact Gadsden was forced out of Sunday's 25-10 win over the Steelers in the third quarter after logging 38 snaps in the contest. Per Adam Schefter of ESPN, the tight end is viewed as day-to-day with a quad bruise, but Gadsden's looming participation in practice Wednesday -- in any capacity -- is a positive sign ahead of this weekend's game against the Jaguars.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Oronde Gadsden injury update gives Chargers TE positive outlook for Week 11 | Sporting News Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden exited the Week 10 game early with what was called a knee injury, but it appears he has avoide...

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Labeled day-to-day Gadsen is considered day-to-day after an MRI on Monday revealed the nature of his injury to be a bruised quadriceps, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Gadsden was forced out of Los Angeles' win over the Steelers on Sunday night early due to what was initially called a left knee injury, so the results of his MRI are ultimately encouraging. The rookie tight end's status will need to be monitored as the Chargers prepare for a road contest against the Jaguars in Week 11, but it at least appears he's avoided any sort of severe injury that could require a lengthy stint on the sidelines. Tyler Conklin and Will Dissly will operate as Los Angeles' top pass-catching tight ends if Gadsden misses any time.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for MRI on knee Gadsden is scheduled to undergo an MRI on his left knee after exiting Sunday's 25-10 win over the Steelers in the third quarter, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact The rookie tight end finished with three catches for 13 yards on six targets before leaving the game when his knee made hard contact with the knee of a Steelers defender. The MRI will shed more light on the severity of Gadsden's injury, but for the time being, his status for the Chargers' Week 11 game in Jacksonville is murky. If Gadsden is sidelined next weekend, the Chargers would likely lean on a committee of Tucker Fisk, Tyler Conklin and Will Dissly at tight end.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

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NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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