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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DeVonta Smith vs Jauan JenningsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jauan Jennings is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.7 PPG to DeVonta Smith's 9.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jauan Jennings is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jauan Jennings and DeVonta Smith are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.1-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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WRPhiladelphia Eagles#34

DeVonta Smith

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,008

Rec TDs

Targets

113

Bye

Week 10

WRSan Francisco 49ers#31PPG LEADER

Jauan Jennings

PPG

9.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

643

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

DeVonta Smith

Jauan Jennings

Head to Head

9.6 PPG9.7 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

DeVonta Smith: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #34 at the position). Jauan Jennings: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #31 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DeVonta Smith is producing at 44% of elite pace and Jauan Jennings at 44%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

DeVonta Smith vs Jauan Jennings: The Full Breakdown

DeVonta Smith (9.6 PPG) and Jauan Jennings (9.7 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. DeVonta Smith played 17 games for the Philadelphia Eagles; Jauan Jennings suited up 15 times for the San Francisco 49ers.

A 0.1-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. DeVonta Smith turned 113 targets into 1008 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Jauan Jennings converted 90 looks into 643 yards and 9 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: DeVonta Smith sits Week 10 while Jauan Jennings is off Week 8. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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. Jauan Jennings (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jauan Jennings outscored DeVonta Smith by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DeVonta Smith played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jauan Jennings's 15. That durability gap means DeVonta Smith contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jauan Jennings scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DeVonta Smith vs Jauan Jennings: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DeVonta Smith	Jauan Jennings
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.6	9.7
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	163	146
Receptions	77	55
Rec/Game	4.5	3.7
Receiving Yards	1,008	643
Rec Yds/Game	59.3	42.9
Receiving TDs	4	9
Targets	113	90
Target Share/Game	6.6	6.0
Age	27	28
Experience	4 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 8

Summary

9.7 PPG for Jauan Jennings versus 9.6 for DeVonta Smith in 2025. The baseline favors Jauan Jennings, 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 Jauan Jennings in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jauan Jennings has the edge at 9.7 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 DeVonta Smith and Jauan Jennings average in 2025?▾

DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jauan Jennings averaged 9.7 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are DeVonta Smith and Jauan Jennings's bye weeks in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Jauan Jennings (SF) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is DeVonta Smith or Jauan Jennings a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jauan Jennings outscored DeVonta Smith by 0.1 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.