Dalton Kincaid 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
Dalton Kincaid- Higher projection: 164 vs 142 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 109 vs 229
- More points per game: 10.5 vs 8.8
Dalton Kincaid and Oronde Gadsden are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dalton Kincaid holds the edge in expert consensus (TE11 to TE27). Dalton Kincaid typically comes off the board first, around pick 89 (round 8) to Oronde Gadsden's pick 154. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Dalton Kincaid at 164 PPR points (9.6 per game) versus Oronde Gadsden at 142.
Last season Oronde Gadsden carried the heavier workload (63% snap share, 69 touches to Dalton Kincaid's 49), 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, Dalton Kincaid is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Kincaid | Gadsden |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 164 | 142 |
| Points / game | 10.5 | 8.8 |
| Games played | 12 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #109 | #229 |
| ADP | 89 | 154 |
| Positional rank | TE19 | TE15 |
| Snap share | 40% | 63% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 14 |
| Age | 26 | 23 |
| Bye week | 7 | 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: Dalton Kincaid or Oronde Gadsden.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Kincaid or Oronde Gadsden in 2026?
Dalton Kincaid is a clear call over Oronde Gadsden for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Dalton Kincaid or Oronde Gadsden?
Dalton Kincaid carries the higher 2026 projection at 164 PPR points (9.6 per game), compared with 142 for Oronde Gadsden.
Where are Dalton Kincaid and Oronde Gadsden being drafted?
Dalton Kincaid has an ADP around pick 89 (round 8), while Oronde Gadsden goes closer to pick 154 (round 13).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Kincaid or Oronde Gadsden?
Expert consensus ranks Dalton Kincaid (TE11) ahead of Oronde Gadsden (TE27) for 2026.
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