Cade Otton vs Oronde Gadsden
Two tight ends fantasy managers weigh against each other for 2026. Here is the head-to-head on projections, expert consensus, ADP and usage, with our Clutch Score verdict on who to draft.
Who to draft
Strong edge · 95% confident
Oronde Gadsden- Higher projection: 142 vs 122 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 229 vs 230
- More points per game: 8.8 vs 7.6
Cade Otton and Oronde Gadsden are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Oronde Gadsden holds the edge in expert consensus (TE27 to TE28). Oronde Gadsden typically comes off the board first, around pick 154 (round 13) to Cade Otton's pick 233. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Oronde Gadsden at 142 PPR points (8.3 per game) versus Cade Otton at 122.
Last season Cade Otton carried the heavier workload (93% snap share, 81 touches to Oronde Gadsden's 69), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Oronde Gadsden is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Oronde Gadsden is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Otton | Gadsden |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 122 | 142 |
| Points / game | 7.6 | 8.8 |
| Games played | 16 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #230 | #229 |
| ADP | 233 | 154 |
| Positional rank | TE21 | TE15 |
| Snap share | 93% | 63% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 14 |
| Age | 27 | 23 |
| Bye week | 10 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Cade Otton or Oronde Gadsden.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Cade Otton or Oronde Gadsden in 2026?
Oronde Gadsden is a clear call over Cade Otton for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Cade Otton or Oronde Gadsden?
Oronde Gadsden carries the higher 2026 projection at 142 PPR points (8.3 per game), compared with 122 for Cade Otton.
Where are Cade Otton and Oronde Gadsden being drafted?
Oronde Gadsden has an ADP around pick 154 (round 13), while Cade Otton goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Cade Otton or Oronde Gadsden?
Expert consensus ranks Oronde Gadsden (TE27) ahead of Cade Otton (TE28) for 2026.
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