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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DeVonta Smith vs Elic AyomanorWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.6 PPG to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 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. Elic Ayomanor at 6.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft DeVonta Smith higher, but do not fade Elic Ayomanor entirely.

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

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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

WRTennessee Titans#99

Elic Ayomanor

PPG

6.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

515

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

DeVonta Smith

Elic Ayomanor

Head to Head

9.6 PPG6.0 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

DeVonta Smith: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #34 at the position). Elic Ayomanor: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DeVonta Smith is producing at 44% of elite pace and Elic Ayomanor at 27%. That ranking gap means DeVonta Smith carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

DeVonta Smith vs Elic Ayomanor: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between DeVonta Smith and Elic Ayomanor is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver put up 9.6 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Elic Ayomanor of the Tennessee Titans averaged 6.0 in 16. A 3.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.6 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.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. DeVonta Smith turned 113 targets into 1008 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Elic Ayomanor converted 89 looks into 515 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: DeVonta Smith is off Week 10 and Elic Ayomanor Week 5. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in wide receiver for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

DeVonta Smith is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Elic Ayomanor is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: DeVonta Smith (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Elic Ayomanor (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•DeVonta Smith outscored Elic Ayomanor by a projected 61 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DeVonta Smith played 17 games in 2025 compared to Elic Ayomanor's 16. 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.
•Elic Ayomanor is 5 years younger than DeVonta Smith (22 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DeVonta Smith vs Elic Ayomanor: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DeVonta Smith	Elic Ayomanor
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.6	6.0
Games Played	17	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	163	96
Receptions	77	41
Rec/Game	4.5	2.6
Receiving Yards	1,008	515
Rec Yds/Game	59.3	32.2
Receiving TDs	4	4
Targets	113	89
Target Share/Game	6.6	5.6
Age	27	22
Experience	4 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 5

Summary

9.6 PPG for DeVonta Smith versus 6.0 for Elic Ayomanor 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start DeVonta Smith or Elic Ayomanor in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DeVonta Smith has the edge at 9.6 PPG compared to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 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 Elic Ayomanor average in 2025?▾

DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Elic Ayomanor averaged 6.0 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 3.6 points per game.

When are DeVonta Smith and Elic Ayomanor's bye weeks in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Elic Ayomanor (TEN) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is DeVonta Smith or Elic Ayomanor a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith outscored Elic Ayomanor by 3.6 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.