With a dominant two-game performance, Los Angeles Chargers' tight end Oronde Gadsden is suddenly one of the NFL's best 10 rookies.

But that's his official position, and in Week 7 of the 2025 season, Gadsden had seven catches for 164 yards. It was the most receiving yards in a game by a rookie tight end since 2000, and it broke Antonio Gates' rookie record for a Chargers TE in receiving.

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden II scored 29.4 fantasy points in Week 7 against the Indianapolis Colts, but although he's the most added player in ESPN Fantasy, there's one manager who will not be starting the rookie -- his father.

Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden II ties Brock Bowers, Kyle Pitts with impressive rookie feat during Week 8 win over Vikings

Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh praised rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden II after another standout performance, emphasizing his growing impact, long-term value, and rising fantasy football TE1 potential.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert finds wide receiver Oronde Gadsden who breaks away for a 53-yard pickup against the Indianapolis Colts.