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.

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.

Oronde Gadsden II meets with the media to discuss his two-touchdown performance following the Week 8 Thursday Night Football victory over the Minnesota Vikings.

The Chargers will host the Vikings in a stellar, competitive matchup on Thursday Night Football Both rosters run deep with fantasy football assets.

Who Should I Pickup for Week 8? Fantasy Football waiver wire outlooks for Brandon Aiyuk, Oronde Gadsden, Harold Fannin Jr., Juwan Johnson, Pat Freiermuth, Jalen Coker, Jordan Whittington, Brian Robinson Jr.

The Chargers’ longest play of the night Thursday was a second-quarter, drive-starting 40-yard completion from quarterback Justin Herbert to tight end Oronde Gadsden II. It’s the fifth play of 40-plus yards the Vikings defense has given up this season.