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
Cade Otton- Experts agree: consensus rank 227 vs 230
- More points per game: 5.4 vs 4.8
- More opportunity: 95% snap share, 2 red-zone touches
Cade Otton and Oronde Gadsden are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Cade Otton holds the edge in expert consensus (TE27 to TE28). Oronde Gadsden typically comes off the board first, around pick 152 (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 (95% snap share, 30 touches to Oronde Gadsden's 22), 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, Cade Otton is the clear pick on stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload. Oronde Gadsden carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Otton | Gadsden |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 122 | 142 |
| Points / game | 5.4 | 4.8 |
| Games played | 7 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #227 | #230 |
| ADP | 233 | 152 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE33 | TE39 |
| Snap share | 95% | 48% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 6 |
| Age | 27 | 23 |
| Bye week | 10 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (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?
Cade Otton is a clear call over Oronde Gadsden for 2026, on stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload. Oronde Gadsden carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
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 152 (round 13), while Cade Otton goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Cade Otton or Oronde Gadsden?
Expert consensus ranks Cade Otton (TE27) ahead of Oronde Gadsden (TE28) for 2026.
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