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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DeVonta Smith vs DJ MooreWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.6 PPG to DJ Moore's 8.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. DeVonta Smith edges DJ Moore by 0.9 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, DeVonta Smith goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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WRPhiladelphia Eagles#34PPG LEADER

DeVonta Smith

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,008

Rec TDs

Targets

113

Bye

Week 10

WRChicago Bears#41

DJ Moore

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

682

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

DeVonta Smith

DJ Moore

Head to Head

9.6 PPG8.7 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

DeVonta Smith: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #34 at the position). DJ Moore: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #41 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DeVonta Smith is producing at 44% of elite pace and DJ Moore at 40%. That ranking gap means DeVonta Smith carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

DeVonta Smith vs DJ Moore: The Full Breakdown

The gap between DeVonta Smith and DJ Moore is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.9 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 PPG with the Philadelphia Eagles across 17 games, and DJ Moore posted 8.7 with the Chicago Bears in 17.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Target volume is the story here. DeVonta Smith saw 113 targets in 2025, while DJ Moore drew 85. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for DeVonta Smith, even in weeks where DJ Moore posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 10 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: DeVonta Smith (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. DJ Moore (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•DeVonta Smith outscored DJ Moore by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DJ Moore scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 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

DeVonta Smith vs DJ Moore: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DeVonta Smith	DJ Moore
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.6	8.7
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	163	148
Receptions	77	50
Rec/Game	4.5	2.9
Receiving Yards	1,008	682
Rec Yds/Game	59.3	40.1
Receiving TDs	4	6
Targets	113	85
Target Share/Game	6.6	5.0
Age	27	29
Experience	4 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, DeVonta Smith holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 9.6 points per game. DJ Moore averaged 8.7 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start DeVonta Smith or DJ Moore in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DeVonta Smith has the edge at 9.6 PPG compared to DJ Moore's 8.7 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 DeVonta Smith and DJ Moore average in 2025?▾

DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. DJ Moore averaged 8.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

Do DeVonta Smith and DJ Moore share a bye week?▾

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

Is DeVonta Smith or DJ Moore a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith outscored DJ Moore by 0.9 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.