DeVonta Smith vs Tee Higgins
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 224 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 21 vs 37
- More points per game: 17.3 vs 17.0
DeVonta Smith and Tee Higgins are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. DeVonta Smith holds the edge in expert consensus (WR12 to WR19). DeVonta Smith typically comes off the board first, around pick 34 (round 3) to Tee Higgins's pick 36. The 2026 projections are nearly even: DeVonta Smith at 229 PPR points (13.5 per game) versus Tee Higgins at 224.
Last season Tee Higgins carried the heavier workload (77% snap share, 50 touches to DeVonta Smith's 41), 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 | Higgins |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 229 | 224 |
| Points / game | 17.3 | 17.0 |
| Games played | 4 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #21 | #37 |
| ADP | 34 | 36 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR32 | WR11 |
| Snap share | 86% | 77% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 2 |
| Age | 27 | 27 |
| Bye week | 10 | 6 |
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 Tee Higgins.
Frequently asked
Should I draft DeVonta Smith or Tee Higgins in 2026?
DeVonta Smith is a clear call over Tee Higgins for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, DeVonta Smith or Tee Higgins?
DeVonta Smith carries the higher 2026 projection at 229 PPR points (13.5 per game), compared with 224 for Tee Higgins.
Where are DeVonta Smith and Tee Higgins being drafted?
DeVonta Smith has an ADP around pick 34 (round 3), while Tee Higgins goes closer to pick 36 (round 4).
Who is ranked higher, DeVonta Smith or Tee Higgins?
Expert consensus ranks DeVonta Smith (WR12) ahead of Tee Higgins (WR19) for 2026.
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