Oronde Gadsden II earns breakout candidate recognition for 2026 NFL season

Oronde Gadsden II, the Los Angeles Chargers tight end, has been highlighted as an under-the-radar breakout candidate for the upcoming NFL season. Coming off a rookie year where he recorded 49 catches for 664 yards and three touchdowns despite a slow start, Gadsden's performance has earned him attention. Analysts note his impressive Week 7 game with 164 receiving yards, although his production dipped in the latter part of the season. The Chargers have added veteran David Njoku, but analysts believe Gadsden will still play a pivotal role in the offense, especially with new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel at the helm. The Chargers are optimistic about Gadsden's potential impact in 2026.

• 7:37 PMYahoo Sports — Second-year TE named 2026 under-the-radar breakout candidate