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Through five NFL seasons, Smith has been one of the best WR2s in both the NFL and in fantasy football. Now that A.J. Brown is in New England and Smith is the unquestioned alpha receiver in Philadelphia, we could see him really break out this year.
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Smith's alpha status in Philly after A.J. Brown's departure sets up breakout year.

The source projects Smith to break out in 2026 after five NFL seasons as one of the best WR2s. With A.J. Brown now in New England, Smith becomes the unquestioned alpha receiver in Philadelphia. The source notes it's hard to see Makai Lemon, Dontayvion Wicks, or Hollywood Brown eating up targets the way Brown did, positioning Smith for elevated target volume.

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