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Updated from live statsDarren Waller or DeVonta SmithWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Darren Waller is a Carolina Panthers tight end who averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026. DeVonta Smith is a Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver who averaged 14.0 fantasy points per game across 4 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Darren Waller | DeVonta Smith |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 6.7 | 14.0 |
| Games Played | 5 | 4 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 34 | 56 |
| Receptions | 13 | 26 |
| Rec/Game | 2.6 | 6.5 |
| Receiving Yards | 148 | 310 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 29.6 | 77.5 |
| Receiving TDs | 2 | 2 |
| Targets | 21 | 41 |
| Target Share/Game | 4.2 | 10.3 |
| Age | 34 | 27 |
| Experience | 11 yrs | 5 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 5 | Week 10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Darren Waller or DeVonta Smith in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Darren Waller and DeVonta Smith is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game in 2026 and DeVonta Smith averaged 14.0.
Should I draft Darren Waller or DeVonta Smith in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026, and DeVonta Smith averaged 14.0 across 4. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Darren Waller and DeVonta Smith average in 2026?▾
Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. DeVonta Smith averaged 14.0 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 7.3 points per game.
When are Darren Waller and DeVonta Smith's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Darren Waller (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and DeVonta Smith (PHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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