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 lasers a 13-yard pass to tight end Oronde Gadsden II. Minnesota Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz connects with wide receiver Justin Jefferson for a 16-yard third-down conversion.

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

In a season that has been filled with ups and downs, one of the bright spots has been Oronde Gadsden II, the rookie tight end out of Syracuse. Gadsden has made waves with his talent and work ethic, which Harbaugh recognized early in training camp.

The Los Angeles Chargers may have found a hidden gem in rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden II. Despite being selected later in the draft, Gadsden is beginning to show flashes of what could become a major role for the team this season.

Rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden II has emerged as a serious receiving threat over the last two weeks. Once the free agent signing of Tyler Conklin ultimately failed afer the first few weeks, the Chargers turned to Gadsden for most of the tight end snaps.

Welcome to game day, everyone! The 4-3 Chargers are welcoming the 3-3 Vikings into SoFi Stadium tonight with both teams looking to get back in the win column sooner rather than later. The Bolts need to find a way to toughen up their defense after a string of poor showings and the Vikings will look to get Carson Wentz going under center following a rough game against Philly.

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