Oronde Gadsden expected to take on larger role for Chargers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 5:43 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden will likely see increased responsibilities following injuries to teammates Charlie Kolar and David Njoku. As the only active tight end, Gadsden is poised for a significant impact as the team struggles at 0-2. Head coach Jim Harbaugh expresses confidence in Gadsden's abilities, while offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel anticipates more involvement from him moving forward. Gadsden has managed four receptions for 50 yards and one touchdown this season.
- •Chargers lose tight ends Kolar and Njoku to injured reserve.
- •Gadsden is the only active tight end for Week 3.
- •Los Angeles averages just 14 points per game this season.
- •Harbaugh trusts Gadsden to contribute more significantly to the offense.
- •Gadsden has one touchdown and 50 receiving yards this season.
- 5:43 AMYahoo Sports — Chargers' Oronde Gadsden has chance to make major impact
"Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden could see a major uptick in production after the team lost two tight ends to IR.
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