Who Should I Start? Nick Vannett or Oronde Gadsden

Monday, May 13, 4:10 PM

Free-agent tight end Nick Vannett is signing with the Tennessee Titans, according to ESPN's Turron Davenport. The 31-year-old spent last season with the Los Angeles Chargers and caught one pass for three yards in eight games played. Vannett is a former third-round pick by the Seattle Seahawks in 2016 and has spent time with seven organizations in seven years. Overall, he's hauled in 91 of his 130 career targets for 877 yards and six touchdowns. He'll likely compete with 2023 fifth-round pick Josh Whyle for the TE2 role in 2024, but Chigoziem Okonkwo remains the lead tight end for quarterback Will Levis after this signing.

Friday, October 10, 6:00 PM

Los Angeles Chargers rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden faces a Miami Dolphins defense this week that ranks eighth-worst in yards allowed per game to tight ends. Despite this favorable matchup, Gadsden's target share has decreased since his first game, where he drew seven targets, as he only caught his single target for 14 yards last week. While the fifth-round pick adds size and talent, the entire Chargers offense is struggling to find consistency due to offensive line issues and penalties, which in turn affects Gadsden's usage. He will likely need Justin Herbert to have ample time in the pocket to earn a meaningful target share. RotoBaller projects Gadsden as TE30. He should stay on your bench and is only a stash for managers in deep dynasty or keeper leagues.