Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chris Godwin Jr. vs DeVonta SmithWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.6 PPG to Chris Godwin Jr.'s 7.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy play this season.

DeVonta Smith is the better play on a neutral week. 9.6 PPG with 1,008 yards gives a reliable baseline. Chris Godwin Jr. at 7.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft DeVonta Smith higher, but do not fade Chris Godwin Jr. entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track Chris Godwin Jr. and DeVonta Smith in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#54

Chris Godwin Jr.

PPG

7.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

360

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRPhiladelphia Eagles#34PPG LEADER

DeVonta Smith

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,008

Rec TDs

Targets

113

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Chris Godwin Jr.

DeVonta Smith

Head to Head

7.4 PPG9.6 PPG

9 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Chris Godwin Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #54 at the position). DeVonta Smith: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #34 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Chris Godwin Jr. is producing at 34% of elite pace and DeVonta Smith at 44%. That ranking gap means DeVonta Smith carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chris Godwin Jr. vs DeVonta Smith: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Chris Godwin Jr. and DeVonta Smith is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver put up 7.4 PPG in 2025 over 9 games; DeVonta Smith of the Philadelphia Eagles averaged 9.6 in 17. A 2.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.2 points favors DeVonta Smith, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Target volume is the story here. DeVonta Smith saw 113 targets in 2025, while Chris Godwin Jr. drew 51. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for DeVonta Smith, even in weeks where Chris Godwin Jr. posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Chris Godwin Jr. (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. DeVonta Smith (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•DeVonta Smith outscored Chris Godwin Jr. by a projected 37 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DeVonta Smith played 17 games in 2025 compared to Chris Godwin Jr.'s 9. That durability gap means DeVonta Smith contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•DeVonta Smith scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•DeVonta Smith saw 113 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chris Godwin Jr. vs DeVonta Smith: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chris Godwin Jr.	DeVonta Smith
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.4	9.6
Games Played	9	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	67	163
Receptions	33	77
Rec/Game	3.7	4.5
Receiving Yards	360	1,008
Rec Yds/Game	40.0	59.3
Receiving TDs	2	4
Targets	51	113
Target Share/Game	5.7	6.6
Age	30	27
Experience	8 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

9.6 PPG for DeVonta Smith versus 7.4 for Chris Godwin Jr. in 2025. The baseline favors DeVonta Smith, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Chris Godwin Jr. vs DeVonta Smith

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on Chris Godwin Jr. vs DeVonta Smith

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Chris Godwin Jr. or DeVonta Smith in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DeVonta Smith has the edge at 9.6 PPG compared to Chris Godwin Jr.'s 7.4 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Chris Godwin Jr. and DeVonta Smith average in 2025?▾

Chris Godwin Jr. averaged 7.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.2 points per game.

Do Chris Godwin Jr. and DeVonta Smith share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Chris Godwin Jr. and DeVonta Smith share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Chris Godwin Jr. or DeVonta Smith a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith outscored Chris Godwin Jr. by 2.2 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.