DeVonta Smith vs DJ Moore
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 179 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 21 vs 48
- More points per game: 11.9 vs 10.0
DeVonta Smith and DJ Moore are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. DeVonta Smith holds the edge in expert consensus (WR12 to WR24). DeVonta Smith typically comes off the board first, around pick 33 (round 3) to DJ Moore's pick 53. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: DeVonta Smith at 229 PPR points (13.5 per game) versus DJ Moore at 179.
Last season DeVonta Smith carried the heavier workload (89% snap share, 113 touches to DJ Moore's 100), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | Smith | Moore |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 229 | 179 |
| Points / game | 11.9 | 10.0 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #21 | #48 |
| ADP | 33 | 53 |
| Positional rank | WR20 | WR35 |
| Snap share | 89% | 85% |
| Red-zone touches | 10 | 13 |
| Age | 27 | 29 |
| Bye week | 10 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: DeVonta Smith or DJ Moore.
Frequently asked
Should I draft DeVonta Smith or DJ Moore in 2026?
DeVonta Smith is a clear call over DJ Moore for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, DeVonta Smith or DJ Moore?
DeVonta Smith carries the higher 2026 projection at 229 PPR points (13.5 per game), compared with 179 for DJ Moore.
Where are DeVonta Smith and DJ Moore being drafted?
DeVonta Smith has an ADP around pick 33 (round 3), while DJ Moore goes closer to pick 53 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, DeVonta Smith or DJ Moore?
Expert consensus ranks DeVonta Smith (WR12) ahead of DJ Moore (WR24) for 2026.
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