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Updated October 25, 2026 from live stats

DeVonta Smith or Jacory Croskey-MerrittWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Heads up: DeVonta Smith is listed out (hamstring) and Jacory Croskey-Merritt is listed out (groin) as of October 25, 2026. The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.

DeVonta Smith is a Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver who averaged 14.0 fantasy points per game across 4 games in 2026. Jacory Croskey-Merritt is a Washington Commanders running back who averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game across 5 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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WRPhiladelphia Eagles#12 WR

DeVonta Smith

PPG

14.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

310

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

RBWashington Commanders#28 RB

Jacory Croskey-Merritt

PPG

8.5

Games

Rush Yds

239

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DeVonta Smith vs Jacory Croskey-Merritt: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DeVonta Smith	Jacory Croskey-Merritt
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.0	8.5
Games Played	4	5
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	56	43
Rushing Yards	0	239
Rush Yds/Game	0.0	47.8
Rushing TDs	0	2
Receptions	26	5
Receiving Yards	310	40
Targets	41	7
Total TDs	2	2
Age	27	25
Experience	5 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start DeVonta Smith or Jacory Croskey-Merritt in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for DeVonta Smith and Jacory Croskey-Merritt is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, DeVonta Smith averaged 14.0 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5.

Should I draft DeVonta Smith or Jacory Croskey-Merritt in 2026 fantasy football?▾

DeVonta Smith averaged 14.0 fantasy points per game across 4 games in 2026, and Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5 across 5. 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 DeVonta Smith and Jacory Croskey-Merritt average in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith averaged 14.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2026. Jacory Croskey-Merritt averaged 8.5 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 5.5 points per game.

When are DeVonta Smith and Jacory Croskey-Merritt's bye weeks in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.