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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DeVonta Smith vs Stefon DiggsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Stefon Diggs is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.9 PPG to DeVonta Smith's 9.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Stefon Diggs is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Stefon Diggs and DeVonta Smith are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-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

WRNew England Patriots#30PPG LEADER

Stefon Diggs

PPG

9.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,013

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

DeVonta Smith

Stefon Diggs

Head to Head

9.6 PPG9.9 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

DeVonta Smith: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #34 at the position). Stefon Diggs: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DeVonta Smith is producing at 44% of elite pace and Stefon Diggs at 45%. That ranking gap means Stefon Diggs carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

DeVonta Smith vs Stefon Diggs: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. DeVonta Smith finished the 2025 season at 9.6 PPG over 17 games with the Philadelphia Eagles, while Stefon Diggs clocked in at 9.9 across 17 appearances for the New England Patriots. A 0.3-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. DeVonta Smith turned 113 targets into 1008 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Stefon Diggs converted 102 looks into 1013 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 Stefon Diggs Week 11. 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

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

Did You Know?

•Stefon Diggs outscored DeVonta Smith by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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 Stefon Diggs (27 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DeVonta Smith vs Stefon Diggs: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DeVonta Smith	Stefon Diggs
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.6	9.9
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	163	168
Receptions	77	85
Rec/Game	4.5	5.0
Receiving Yards	1,008	1,013
Rec Yds/Game	59.3	59.6
Receiving TDs	4	4
Targets	113	102
Target Share/Game	6.6	6.0
Age	27	32
Experience	4 yrs	10 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Stefon Diggs at 9.9 PPG, 0.3 points per game above DeVonta Smith's 9.6. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start DeVonta Smith or Stefon Diggs in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Stefon Diggs has the edge at 9.9 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 Stefon Diggs average in 2025?▾

DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Stefon Diggs averaged 9.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are DeVonta Smith and Stefon Diggs's bye weeks in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Stefon Diggs (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is DeVonta Smith or Stefon Diggs a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Stefon Diggs outscored DeVonta Smith by 0.3 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.