DeVonta Smith vs Jameson Williams
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 206 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 21 vs 52
- More opportunity: 89% snap share, 10 red-zone touches
DeVonta Smith and Jameson Williams are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. DeVonta Smith holds the edge in expert consensus (WR12 to WR26). DeVonta Smith typically comes off the board first, around pick 33 (round 3) to Jameson Williams's pick 59. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: DeVonta Smith at 229 PPR points (13.5 per game) versus Jameson Williams at 206.
Last season DeVonta Smith carried the heavier workload (89% snap share, 113 touches to Jameson Williams's 108), 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 | Williams |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 229 | 206 |
| Points / game | 11.9 | 12.9 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #21 | #52 |
| ADP | 33 | 59 |
| Positional rank | WR20 | WR12 |
| Snap share | 89% | 90% |
| Red-zone touches | 10 | 9 |
| Age | 27 | 25 |
| Bye week | 10 | 6 |
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 Jameson Williams.
Frequently asked
Should I draft DeVonta Smith or Jameson Williams in 2026?
DeVonta Smith is a clear call over Jameson Williams for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, DeVonta Smith or Jameson Williams?
DeVonta Smith carries the higher 2026 projection at 229 PPR points (13.5 per game), compared with 206 for Jameson Williams.
Where are DeVonta Smith and Jameson Williams being drafted?
DeVonta Smith has an ADP around pick 33 (round 3), while Jameson Williams goes closer to pick 59 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, DeVonta Smith or Jameson Williams?
Expert consensus ranks DeVonta Smith (WR12) ahead of Jameson Williams (WR26) for 2026.
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