A.J. Brown vs DeVonta Smith
Two wide receivers fantasy managers weigh against each other for 2026. Here is the head-to-head on projections, expert consensus, ADP and usage, with our Clutch Score verdict on who to draft.
Who to draft
Strong edge · 95% confident
A.J. Brown- Higher projection: 247 vs 229 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 11 vs 21
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 11.9
A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. A.J. Brown holds the edge in expert consensus (WR7 to WR12). A.J. Brown typically comes off the board first, around pick 17 (round 2) to DeVonta Smith's pick 33. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: A.J. Brown at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game) versus DeVonta Smith at 229.
Last season A.J. Brown carried the heavier workload (91% snap share, 121 touches to DeVonta Smith's 113), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, A.J. Brown is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Brown | Smith |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 247 | 229 |
| Points / game | 14.7 | 11.9 |
| Games played | 15 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #11 | #21 |
| ADP | 17 | 33 |
| Positional rank | WR11 | WR20 |
| Snap share | 91% | 89% |
| Red-zone touches | 12 | 10 |
| Age | 29 | 27 |
| Bye week | 11 | 10 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: A.J. Brown or DeVonta Smith.
Frequently asked
Should I draft A.J. Brown or DeVonta Smith in 2026?
A.J. Brown is a clear call over DeVonta Smith for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, A.J. Brown or DeVonta Smith?
A.J. Brown carries the higher 2026 projection at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game), compared with 229 for DeVonta Smith.
Where are A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith being drafted?
A.J. Brown has an ADP around pick 17 (round 2), while DeVonta Smith goes closer to pick 33 (round 3).
Who is ranked higher, A.J. Brown or DeVonta Smith?
Expert consensus ranks A.J. Brown (WR7) ahead of DeVonta Smith (WR12) for 2026.
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