George Kittle vs Oronde Gadsden II: Who Should You Start?
If you are choosing between George Kittle and Oronde Gadsden II for your lineup, you are not alone. George Kittle finished the 2025 season at 12.1 PPG for the San Francisco 49ers (11 games), and Oronde Gadsden II averaged 7.1 for the Los Angeles Chargers (15 games).
That 5.0-point weekly advantage for George Kittle is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.
Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. George Kittle had 57 catches for 628 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.
One scheduling note: George Kittle is off Week 14 and Oronde Gadsden II Week 12. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in tight end for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.
