Dalton Schultz 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 Schultz- Higher projection: 151 vs 142 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 151 vs 229
- More points per game: 10.5 vs 8.8
Dalton Schultz and Oronde Gadsden are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dalton Schultz holds the edge in expert consensus (TE18 to TE27). Oronde Gadsden typically comes off the board first, around pick 154 (round 13) to Dalton Schultz's pick 178. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Dalton Schultz at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game) versus Oronde Gadsden at 142.
Last season Dalton Schultz carried the heavier workload (72% snap share, 106 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, Dalton Schultz is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Schultz | Gadsden |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 151 | 142 |
| Points / game | 10.5 | 8.8 |
| Games played | 17 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #151 | #229 |
| ADP | 178 | 154 |
| Positional rank | TE10 | TE15 |
| Snap share | 72% | 63% |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | 14 |
| Age | 30 | 23 |
| Bye week | 8 | 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 Schultz or Oronde Gadsden.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Schultz or Oronde Gadsden in 2026?
Dalton Schultz is a clear call over Oronde Gadsden for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Dalton Schultz or Oronde Gadsden?
Dalton Schultz carries the higher 2026 projection at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game), compared with 142 for Oronde Gadsden.
Where are Dalton Schultz and Oronde Gadsden being drafted?
Oronde Gadsden has an ADP around pick 154 (round 13), while Dalton Schultz goes closer to pick 178 (round 15).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Schultz or Oronde Gadsden?
Expert consensus ranks Dalton Schultz (TE18) ahead of Oronde Gadsden (TE27) for 2026.
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