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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Mark Andrews vs Oronde Gadsden IIWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Oronde Gadsden II is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.1 PPG to Mark Andrews's 6.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Oronde Gadsden II is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Oronde Gadsden II edges Mark Andrews by 0.8 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Oronde Gadsden II goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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TEBaltimore Ravens#27

Mark Andrews

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

422

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

TELos Angeles Chargers#23PPG LEADER

Oronde Gadsden II

PPG

7.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

664

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Mark Andrews

Oronde Gadsden II

Head to Head

6.3 PPG7.1 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Mark Andrews: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #27 at the position). Oronde Gadsden II: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #23 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Mark Andrews is producing at 29% of elite pace and Oronde Gadsden II at 32%. That ranking gap means Oronde Gadsden II carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Mark Andrews vs Oronde Gadsden II: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Mark Andrews and Oronde Gadsden II is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.8 PPG in 2025, this is one of those tight end decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Mark Andrews averaged 6.3 PPG with the Baltimore Ravens across 17 games, and Oronde Gadsden II posted 7.1 with the Los Angeles Chargers in 15.

When two tight ends are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Mark Andrews had 48 catches for 422 yards; Oronde Gadsden II posted 49 for 664. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Mark Andrews has his bye in Week 13, and Oronde Gadsden II rests in Week 7. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at tight end for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Mark Andrews (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Oronde Gadsden II (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Oronde Gadsden II outscored Mark Andrews by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Mark Andrews played 17 games in 2025 compared to Oronde Gadsden II's 15. That durability gap means Mark Andrews contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Mark Andrews scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Mark Andrews saw 70 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Oronde Gadsden II is 8 years younger than Mark Andrews (22 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Mark Andrews vs Oronde Gadsden II: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Mark Andrews	Oronde Gadsden II
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.3	7.1
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	107	107
Receptions	48	49
Rec/Game	2.8	3.3
Receiving Yards	422	664
Rec Yds/Game	24.8	44.3
Receiving TDs	5	3
Targets	70	69
Target Share/Game	4.1	4.6
Age	30	22
Experience	7 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 7

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Oronde Gadsden II holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 7.1 points per game. Mark Andrews averaged 6.3 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Mark Andrews or Oronde Gadsden II in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Oronde Gadsden II has the edge at 7.1 PPG compared to Mark Andrews's 6.3 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Mark Andrews and Oronde Gadsden II average in 2025?▾

Mark Andrews averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Oronde Gadsden II averaged 7.1 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Mark Andrews and Oronde Gadsden II's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Mark Andrews (BAL) has a bye in Week 13, and Oronde Gadsden II (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Mark Andrews or Oronde Gadsden II a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Oronde Gadsden II outscored Mark Andrews by 0.8 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.