Oronde Gadsden vs Theo Johnson
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 77 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 231 vs 287
- More points per game: 5.2 vs 1.9
Oronde Gadsden and Theo Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Oronde Gadsden holds the edge in expert consensus (TE28 to TE34). Oronde Gadsden typically comes off the board first, around pick 153 (round 13) to Theo Johnson's pick 232. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Oronde Gadsden at 142 PPR points (8.3 per game) versus Theo Johnson at 77.
Last season Oronde Gadsden carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 2 touches to Theo Johnson's 1), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | Gadsden | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 142 | 77 |
| Points / game | 5.2 | 1.9 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #231 | #287 |
| ADP | 153 | 232 |
| Positional rank | TE26 | TE46 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 0 |
| Age | 23 | 25 |
| Bye week | 7 | 8 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Oronde Gadsden or Theo Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Oronde Gadsden or Theo Johnson in 2026?
Oronde Gadsden is a clear call over Theo Johnson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Oronde Gadsden or Theo Johnson?
Oronde Gadsden carries the higher 2026 projection at 142 PPR points (8.3 per game), compared with 77 for Theo Johnson.
Where are Oronde Gadsden and Theo Johnson being drafted?
Oronde Gadsden has an ADP around pick 153 (round 13), while Theo Johnson goes closer to pick 232 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Oronde Gadsden or Theo Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks Oronde Gadsden (TE28) ahead of Theo Johnson (TE34) for 2026.
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