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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Courtland Sutton vs DeVonta SmithWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Courtland Sutton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to DeVonta Smith's 9.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Courtland Sutton is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Courtland Sutton and DeVonta Smith are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.1-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRDenver Broncos#21PPG LEADER

Courtland Sutton

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,017

Rec TDs

Targets

124

Bye

Week 10

WRPhiladelphia Eagles#34

DeVonta Smith

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,008

Rec TDs

Targets

113

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Courtland Sutton

DeVonta Smith

Head to Head

10.7 PPG9.6 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Courtland Sutton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #21 at the position). DeVonta Smith: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #34 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Courtland Sutton is producing at 49% of elite pace and DeVonta Smith at 44%. That ranking gap means Courtland Sutton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Courtland Sutton vs DeVonta Smith: The Full Breakdown

Courtland Sutton (10.7 PPG) and DeVonta Smith (9.6 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two wide receivers are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Courtland Sutton played 17 games for the Denver Broncos; DeVonta Smith suited up 17 times for the Philadelphia Eagles.

A 1.1-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Courtland Sutton turned 124 targets into 1017 yards and 7 touchdowns, while DeVonta Smith converted 113 looks into 1008 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

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: Courtland Sutton (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?

•Courtland Sutton outscored DeVonta Smith by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Courtland Sutton scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Courtland Sutton saw 124 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

Courtland Sutton vs DeVonta Smith: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Courtland Sutton	DeVonta Smith
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	9.6
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	163
Receptions	74	77
Rec/Game	4.4	4.5
Receiving Yards	1,017	1,008
Rec Yds/Game	59.8	59.3
Receiving TDs	7	4
Targets	124	113
Target Share/Game	7.3	6.6
Age	30	27
Experience	7 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Courtland Sutton at 10.7 PPG, 1.1 points per game above DeVonta Smith's 9.6. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Courtland Sutton or DeVonta Smith in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Courtland Sutton has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to DeVonta Smith's 9.6 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 Courtland Sutton and DeVonta Smith average in 2025?▾

Courtland Sutton averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

Do Courtland Sutton and DeVonta Smith share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Courtland Sutton 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 Courtland Sutton or DeVonta Smith a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Courtland Sutton outscored DeVonta Smith by 1.1 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.