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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DeVonta Smith vs Tory HortonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.6 PPG to Tory Horton's 8.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. DeVonta Smith edges Tory Horton by 1.2 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, DeVonta Smith goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

WRSeattle Seahawks#46

Tory Horton

PPG

8.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

161

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

DeVonta Smith

Tory Horton

Head to Head

9.6 PPG8.4 PPG

17 GP7 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

DeVonta Smith: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #34 at the position). Tory Horton: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DeVonta Smith is producing at 44% of elite pace and Tory Horton at 38%. That ranking gap means DeVonta Smith carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

DeVonta Smith vs Tory Horton: The Full Breakdown

The gap between DeVonta Smith and Tory Horton is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.2 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 Tory Horton posted 8.4 with the Seattle Seahawks in 7.

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 Tory Horton drew 22. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for DeVonta Smith, even in weeks where Tory Horton posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

DeVonta Smith has his bye in Week 10, and Tory Horton rests in Week 11. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at wide receiver for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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. Tory Horton (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•DeVonta Smith outscored Tory Horton by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DeVonta Smith played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tory Horton's 7. That durability gap means DeVonta Smith contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tory Horton scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 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.
•Tory Horton is 4 years younger than DeVonta Smith (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DeVonta Smith vs Tory Horton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DeVonta Smith	Tory Horton
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.6	8.4
Games Played	17	7
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	163	59
Receptions	77	13
Rec/Game	4.5	1.9
Receiving Yards	1,008	161
Rec Yds/Game	59.3	23.0
Receiving TDs	4	5
Targets	113	22
Target Share/Game	6.6	3.1
Age	27	23
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, DeVonta Smith holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 9.6 points per game. Tory Horton averaged 8.4 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start DeVonta Smith or Tory Horton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DeVonta Smith has the edge at 9.6 PPG compared to Tory Horton's 8.4 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 Tory Horton average in 2025?▾

DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tory Horton averaged 8.4 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are DeVonta Smith and Tory Horton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is DeVonta Smith or Tory Horton a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith outscored Tory Horton by 1.2 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.