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Underdog Fantasy Football - Josh & Hayden fantasy football takes on DeVonta Smith
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All Underdog Fantasy Football - Josh & Hayden insights about DeVonta Smith
NegativeInjuryOct 27, 2026
Eagles WR has injury concerns that may linger; there have been non-answers from Nick Sirianni regarding his status, creating uncertainty about his availability and role going forward. If DeVonta Smith's injury does linger along with Dantavian Wixs, the Eagles' receiving corps availability remains unclear.PositiveValueOct 23, 2026
DeVonta Smith is ranked WR14 in Dvonte Adams' rankings versus WR17 in consensus against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 7. Tanner McHenry is willing to push the ball over the middle and downfield. The Eagles are at a season-high 66% neutral pass rate in three-wide receiver sets, and Smith showed WR8 usage last week. The matchup favors a vertical passing attack against the Cowboys secondary, where you throw the ball deep down the field and live with the results.NegativeInjuryOct 16, 2026
Eagles WR17 in consensus rankings but unranked in most public rankings due to assumed absence. However, Mike Gello reported optimism for DeVonta Smith's return in Week 6 despite limited practice participation; Eagles are anticipating his return. Jaylen Hertz's blood clot injury and replacement by Tanner McKee represents a slight downgrade in red-zone scoring potential, but Michael Penn is not making major ranking changes for Smith given McKee's ability to deliver the ball over the middle.NegativeInjuryOct 13, 2026
DeVonta Smith missed the recent game with a hamstring issue but is expected to return in Week 6 or 7.NegativeRoleOct 9, 2026
The source compares Parker Washington's usage and skill set to DeVonta Smith from a few years ago, noting that both are talented players who can make plays underneath and at the catch point but are subject to team-dependent offensive volume.PositiveProjectionSep 25, 2026
The source ranks DeVonta Smith as WR13, lower than the consensus WR7, citing concerns over a lingering hamstring injury and the Eagles' offensive game script. The source worries that the Eagles may rely on the run game or have limited passing volume, potentially capping Smith's target share in a game where the team is only projected for 23 points, and expresses skepticism toward the offense's performance.PositiveMatchupSep 18, 2026
The source is optimistic about DeVonta Smith's outlook against the Titans, citing solid Week 1 metrics including a 27% target share and 13.2 aDOT. The source expects Smith to 'eat' against a Titans secondary that is misusing Alontae Taylor on the outside rather than in his natural slot position.NegativeUsageSep 15, 2026
Despite fantasy manager panic following a low-yardage Week 1 performance, DeVonta Smith remains the most reliable week-to-week option in the Eagles' passing attack. He out-routed Dontayvion Wicks in Week 1, and while the team's pass volume (25 attempts) needs to increase to the 30-35 range for consistent production, Smith is viewed as a stable asset compared to volatile teammates.PositiveProjectionSep 9, 2026
DeVonta Smith is ranked as the WR11, with the source advocating for an aggressive ranking. While the new offense under Kellen Moore presents unknowns, Smith historically performed as a WR10 in targets during the five games he played without AJ Brown last season. The Week 1 matchup against the Commanders' secondary is viewed as an ideal opportunity for the passing game to find its stride.NegativeValueAug 27, 2026
DeVonta Smith is used as an ADP benchmark for Jaylen Waddle, with Jeremiah Love suggesting Waddle should be drafted in the third round alongside Smith.PositiveProjectionAug 19, 2026
DeVonta Smith is expected to see increased volume compared to previous seasons, though he is ranked behind Jaylen Waddle in full PPR formats due to Waddle's higher reception upside. Smith is preferred in half-PPR formats.PositiveProjectionAug 12, 2026
Ranked as the 25th overall player, the source expresses strong confidence in DeVonta Smith, noting a desire to have ranked him even higher than his current position.NegativeInjuryAug 5, 2026
DeVonta Smith is currently dealing with a hamstring issue that has impacted his availability during Eagles training camp.PositiveValueJun 17, 2026
Devonte Smith is preferred over other round four receivers like the Burtons and Ibukas due to fewer questions surrounding him.PositiveValueMay 28, 2026
Co-host notes that DeVonta Smith is currently being drafted after AJ Brown, which is part of the consideration around AJ Brown's trade situation and draft positioning.PositiveRoleApr 29, 2026
Expected to see increased volume and scoring opportunities with new coaching staff likely to be more pass-heavy and fewer tush-push situations.PositiveProjectionApr 29, 2026
Ranked WR15 and expected to be the clear top receiver with A.J. Brown gone; flirting with top-10 status as an NFL player.NegativeInjuryNo date
DeVonta Smith is dealing with a hamstring injury that caused him to miss the previous week and could sideline him for at least one or two additional weeks.PositiveProjectionNo date
DeVonta Smith is ranked as the WR13. He has shown elite production in games without AJ Brown, including a 30% target share and 2.6 yards per route run. While he is a high-upside player, his weekly floor is limited by the Eagles' offensive scheme and red-zone usage, making him touchdown-dependent.NegativeValueNo date
DeVonta Smith is a really good football player but faces environmental issues with the Eagles offense that will be hard to overcome, placing him below Malik Neighbors in the ADP tier cluster of Nico Collins, George Pickens, AJ Brown, and DeVonta Smith. Matt Harmon explicitly states Neighbors should rank ahead of Smith due to these situational constraints; Smith's scheme limitations restrict his upside relative to his talent.PositiveValueNo date
DeVonta Smith's ADP rose when AJ Brown was traded, serving as a comparable example of how unsigned veteran wide receiver signings will cause immediate ADP climbs.PositiveRoleNo date
Smith has looked like the better wide receiver in certain matchups even when AJ Brown plays, as he is a ball winner who plays long and will be the go-to option in one-on-one coverage situations.PositiveValueNo date
Smith jumped from 31st overall to 28th overall ADP following the AJ Brown trade, moving from WR14 to WR11, representing significant market movement.PositiveRoleNo date
Without AJ Brown on the field, Smith has commanded 37% of the team's targets and 2.36 yards per route run, though the Eagles now have additional receiving talent like Mekole Hardman and Dante Wicks.PositiveProjectionNo date
Smith is projected to have easily the best target season of his career, with the analyst viewing him as a quality third-round pick where he's currently being drafted.PositiveRoleNo date
DeVonta Smith can play inside and outside and is one of the best wide receivers in football, positioning him well for increased target volume with the new offensive coordinator's Packers-style system.PositiveUsageNo date
In five games without AJ Brown last season, DeVonta Smith finished as WR3 in yards per game (89 YPG) with 9 targets per game, demonstrating elite production in a small sample size.PositiveValueNo date
The analyst views DeVonta Smith as a quality pick in the third round at his current ADP of WR11, noting his elite receiver skills and the positive offensive system change.PositiveProjectionNo date
The analyst projects DeVonta Smith will have his best season ever in targets across all categories, expecting significant target volume increase with AJ Brown gone and a new offensive coordinator bringing Packers-style offense.