Davante Adams 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
DeVonta Smith- Higher projection: 229 vs 193 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 21 vs 49
- More points per game: 17.3 vs 17.0
Davante Adams and DeVonta Smith are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. DeVonta Smith holds the edge in expert consensus (WR12 to WR25). DeVonta Smith typically comes off the board first, around pick 34 (round 3) to Davante Adams's pick 50. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: DeVonta Smith at 229 PPR points (13.5 per game) versus Davante Adams at 193.
Last season Davante Adams carried the heavier workload (76% snap share, 49 touches to DeVonta Smith's 41), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. DeVonta Smith is the younger option (age 27), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, DeVonta Smith is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Adams | Smith |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 193 | 229 |
| Points / game | 17.0 | 17.3 |
| Games played | 6 | 4 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #49 | #21 |
| ADP | 50 | 34 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR12 | WR32 |
| Snap share | 76% | 86% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 3 |
| Age | 33 | 27 |
| Bye week | 11 | 10 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Davante Adams or DeVonta Smith.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Davante Adams or DeVonta Smith in 2026?
DeVonta Smith is a clear call over Davante Adams for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Davante Adams or DeVonta Smith?
DeVonta Smith carries the higher 2026 projection at 229 PPR points (13.5 per game), compared with 193 for Davante Adams.
Where are Davante Adams and DeVonta Smith being drafted?
DeVonta Smith has an ADP around pick 34 (round 3), while Davante Adams goes closer to pick 50 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, Davante Adams or DeVonta Smith?
Expert consensus ranks DeVonta Smith (WR12) ahead of Davante Adams (WR25) for 2026.
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