Hunter Henry 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
Hunter Henry- Higher projection: 154 vs 142 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 157 vs 229
- More points per game: 10.5 vs 8.8
Hunter Henry and Oronde Gadsden are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Hunter Henry holds the edge in expert consensus (TE20 to TE27). Hunter Henry typically comes off the board first, around pick 142 (round 12) to Oronde Gadsden's pick 154. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Hunter Henry at 154 PPR points (9.0 per game) versus Oronde Gadsden at 142.
Last season Hunter Henry carried the heavier workload (81% snap share, 87 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, Hunter Henry is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Henry | Gadsden |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 154 | 142 |
| Points / game | 10.5 | 8.8 |
| Games played | 17 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #157 | #229 |
| ADP | 142 | 154 |
| Positional rank | TE9 | TE15 |
| Snap share | 81% | 63% |
| Red-zone touches | 22 | 14 |
| Age | 31 | 23 |
| Bye week | 11 | 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: Hunter Henry or Oronde Gadsden.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Hunter Henry or Oronde Gadsden in 2026?
Hunter Henry 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, Hunter Henry or Oronde Gadsden?
Hunter Henry carries the higher 2026 projection at 154 PPR points (9.0 per game), compared with 142 for Oronde Gadsden.
Where are Hunter Henry and Oronde Gadsden being drafted?
Hunter Henry has an ADP around pick 142 (round 12), while Oronde Gadsden goes closer to pick 154 (round 13).
Who is ranked higher, Hunter Henry or Oronde Gadsden?
Expert consensus ranks Hunter Henry (TE20) ahead of Oronde Gadsden (TE27) for 2026.
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