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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DeVonta Smith vs Mike EvansWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

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

The Bottom Line

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, DeVonta Smith and Mike Evans are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.9-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#34PPG LEADER

DeVonta Smith

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,008

Rec TDs

Targets

113

Bye

Week 10

WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#40

Mike Evans

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

368

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

DeVonta Smith

Mike Evans

Head to Head

9.6 PPG8.7 PPG

17 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

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

DeVonta Smith vs Mike Evans: The Full Breakdown

The gap between DeVonta Smith and Mike Evans 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 Mike Evans posted 8.7 with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 8.

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 Mike Evans drew 62. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for DeVonta Smith, even in weeks where Mike Evans posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

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. Mike Evans (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•DeVonta Smith outscored Mike Evans by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DeVonta Smith played 17 games in 2025 compared to Mike Evans's 8. 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.
•DeVonta Smith is 5 years younger than Mike Evans (27 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DeVonta Smith vs Mike Evans: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DeVonta Smith	Mike Evans
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.6	8.7
Games Played	17	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	163	70
Receptions	77	30
Rec/Game	4.5	3.8
Receiving Yards	1,008	368
Rec Yds/Game	59.3	46.0
Receiving TDs	4	3
Targets	113	62
Target Share/Game	6.6	7.8
Age	27	32
Experience	4 yrs	11 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

9.6 PPG for DeVonta Smith versus 8.7 for Mike Evans 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 Mike Evans in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DeVonta Smith has the edge at 9.6 PPG compared to Mike Evans'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 Mike Evans average in 2025?▾

DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Mike Evans averaged 8.7 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

Do DeVonta Smith and Mike Evans share a bye week?▾

Yes, both DeVonta Smith and Mike Evans 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 Mike Evans a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith outscored Mike Evans 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.