Gadsden ranked third among rookie tight ends, and sixth overall, in receiving yards last season as he also added three touchdowns to his name.
And when looking at where he ranked among his position last season, it’s easy to see why there’s buzz around him heading into Year 2.
Gadsden ranked second among NFL tight ends with at least 50 targets last season in average depth of target with 9.4 yards and was 10th in yards per route run (1.66).
He also led all tight ends with at least 50 targets with 13.6 yards per reception during the regular season.
Knowing how important the tight end position is to Chargers Offensive Coordinator Mike McDaniel’s offense and the opportunities for pass-catching opportunities, the analyst sees Gadsden’s arrow pointing up next season.
The 165th overall pick in last year’s draft should expect a bigger workload this fall.
Also, the organization brought in veteran tight end David Njoku on a one-year deal to be the primary in-line option. The Chargers can lean heavily on 12 personnel without losing any playmaking thanks to Gadsden and Njoku’s capabilities.
The former has the potential to become Justin Herbert’s new security blanket and control the middle of the field.