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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DeVonta Smith vs Tank DellWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.6 PPG to Tank Dell's 8.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, DeVonta Smith and Tank Dell are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.1-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#34PPG LEADER

DeVonta Smith

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,008

Rec TDs

Targets

113

Bye

Week 10

WRHouston Texans#99

Tank Dell

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

588

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

DeVonta Smith

Tank Dell

Head to Head

9.6 PPG8.5 PPG

17 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

DeVonta Smith: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #34 at the position). Tank Dell: 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 Tank Dell at 39%. That ranking gap means DeVonta Smith carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

DeVonta Smith vs Tank Dell: 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 Tank Dell clocked in at 8.5 across 12 appearances for the Houston Texans. A 1.1-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.

Target volume is the story here. DeVonta Smith saw 113 targets in 2025, while Tank Dell drew 72. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for DeVonta Smith, even in weeks where Tank Dell posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: DeVonta Smith is off Week 10 and Tank Dell Week 14. 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. Tank Dell (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•DeVonta Smith outscored Tank Dell by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DeVonta Smith played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tank Dell's 12. 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DeVonta Smith vs Tank Dell: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DeVonta Smith	Tank Dell
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.6	8.5
Games Played	17	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	163	102
Receptions	77	48
Rec/Game	4.5	4.0
Receiving Yards	1,008	588
Rec Yds/Game	59.3	49.0
Receiving TDs	4	4
Targets	113	72
Target Share/Game	6.6	6.0
Age	27	-
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

9.6 PPG for DeVonta Smith versus 8.5 for Tank Dell 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 Tank Dell in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DeVonta Smith has the edge at 9.6 PPG compared to Tank Dell's 8.5 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 Tank Dell average in 2025?▾

DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tank Dell averaged 8.5 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

When are DeVonta Smith and Tank Dell's bye weeks in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Tank Dell (HOU) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is DeVonta Smith or Tank Dell a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith outscored Tank Dell by 1.1 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.