Chris Olave 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
Chris Olave- Higher projection: 236 vs 229 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 16 vs 21
- More points per game: 16.8 vs 11.9
Chris Olave and DeVonta Smith are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Chris Olave holds the edge in expert consensus (WR10 to WR12). Chris Olave typically comes off the board first, around pick 31 (round 3) to DeVonta Smith's pick 33. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Chris Olave at 236 PPR points (13.9 per game) versus DeVonta Smith at 229.
Last season Chris Olave carried the heavier workload (84% snap share, 157 touches to DeVonta Smith's 113), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Chris Olave is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Olave | Smith |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 236 | 229 |
| Points / game | 16.8 | 11.9 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #16 | #21 |
| ADP | 31 | 33 |
| Positional rank | WR6 | WR20 |
| Snap share | 84% | 89% |
| Red-zone touches | 13 | 10 |
| Age | 26 | 27 |
| Bye week | 8 | 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: Chris Olave or DeVonta Smith.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Chris Olave or DeVonta Smith in 2026?
Chris Olave 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, Chris Olave or DeVonta Smith?
Chris Olave carries the higher 2026 projection at 236 PPR points (13.9 per game), compared with 229 for DeVonta Smith.
Where are Chris Olave and DeVonta Smith being drafted?
Chris Olave has an ADP around pick 31 (round 3), while DeVonta Smith goes closer to pick 33 (round 3).
Who is ranked higher, Chris Olave or DeVonta Smith?
Expert consensus ranks Chris Olave (WR10) ahead of DeVonta Smith (WR12) for 2026.
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