DeVonta Smith vs Mike Evans
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
Clear edge · 68% confident
DeVonta Smith- Higher projection: 229 vs 222 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 21 vs 61
- Market favorite: ADP 33.2 vs 63.1
DeVonta Smith and Mike Evans are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. DeVonta Smith holds the edge in expert consensus (WR12 to WR29). DeVonta Smith typically comes off the board first, around pick 33 (round 3) to Mike Evans's pick 63. The 2026 projections are nearly even: DeVonta Smith at 229 PPR points (13.5 per game) versus Mike Evans at 222.
Last season Mike Evans carried the heavier workload (75% snap share, 7 touches to DeVonta Smith's 6), 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 solid pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Smith | Evans |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 229 | 222 |
| Points / game | 8.3 | 16.9 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #21 | #61 |
| ADP | 33 | 63 |
| Positional rank | WR46 | WR14 |
| Snap share | 0% | 75% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 2 |
| Age | 27 | 33 |
| Bye week | 10 | 8 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: DeVonta Smith or Mike Evans.
Frequently asked
Should I draft DeVonta Smith or Mike Evans in 2026?
DeVonta Smith is a solid pick over Mike Evans for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, DeVonta Smith or Mike Evans?
DeVonta Smith carries the higher 2026 projection at 229 PPR points (13.5 per game), compared with 222 for Mike Evans.
Where are DeVonta Smith and Mike Evans being drafted?
DeVonta Smith has an ADP around pick 33 (round 3), while Mike Evans goes closer to pick 63 (round 6).
Who is ranked higher, DeVonta Smith or Mike Evans?
Expert consensus ranks DeVonta Smith (WR12) ahead of Mike Evans (WR29) for 2026.
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