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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Cedric Tillman vs DeVonta SmithWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.6 PPG to Cedric Tillman's 8.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DeVonta Smith is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, DeVonta Smith and Cedric Tillman are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.4-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRCleveland Browns#99

Cedric Tillman

PPG

8.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

612

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRPhiladelphia Eagles#34PPG LEADER

DeVonta Smith

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,008

Rec TDs

Targets

113

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Cedric Tillman

DeVonta Smith

Head to Head

8.2 PPG9.6 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Cedric Tillman: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). DeVonta Smith: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #34 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Cedric Tillman is producing at 37% of elite pace and DeVonta Smith at 44%. That ranking gap means DeVonta Smith carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cedric Tillman vs DeVonta Smith: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Cedric Tillman and DeVonta Smith is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.4 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 PPG with the Cleveland Browns across 14 games, and DeVonta Smith posted 9.6 with the Philadelphia Eagles in 17.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Target volume is the story here. DeVonta Smith saw 113 targets in 2025, while Cedric Tillman drew 78. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for DeVonta Smith, even in weeks where Cedric Tillman posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Cedric Tillman (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. DeVonta Smith (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•DeVonta Smith outscored Cedric Tillman by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DeVonta Smith played 17 games in 2025 compared to Cedric Tillman's 14. That durability gap means DeVonta Smith contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Cedric Tillman scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•DeVonta Smith saw 113 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cedric Tillman vs DeVonta Smith: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cedric Tillman	DeVonta Smith
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	9.6
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	115	163
Receptions	50	77
Rec/Game	3.6	4.5
Receiving Yards	612	1,008
Rec Yds/Game	43.7	59.3
Receiving TDs	4	4
Targets	78	113
Target Share/Game	5.6	6.6
Age	-	27
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

9.6 PPG for DeVonta Smith versus 8.2 for Cedric Tillman in 2025. The baseline favors DeVonta Smith, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Cedric Tillman or DeVonta Smith in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DeVonta Smith has the edge at 9.6 PPG compared to Cedric Tillman's 8.2 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Cedric Tillman and DeVonta Smith average in 2025?▾

Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

Do Cedric Tillman and DeVonta Smith share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Cedric Tillman and DeVonta Smith share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Cedric Tillman or DeVonta Smith a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith outscored Cedric Tillman by 1.4 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.