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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

DeVonta Smith vs Tre TuckerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start DeVonta Smith over Tre Tucker in 2026.

DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 PPG in 2025 to Tre Tucker's 7.8, a 1.8 point per game edge. Both play wide receivers, so that per-game gap is the cleanest tiebreaker for a 2026 start or sit. Both land in Tier 3 at the position, so this is closer than the raw gap suggests.

The Bottom Line

DeVonta Smith is the better play on a neutral week. 9.6 PPG with 1,008 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tre Tucker at 7.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft DeVonta Smith higher, but do not fade Tre Tucker entirely.

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

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WRPhiladelphia Eagles#34PPG LEADER

DeVonta Smith

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,008

Rec TDs

Targets

113

Bye

Week 10

WRLas Vegas Raiders#50

Tre Tucker

PPG

7.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

696

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

DeVonta Smith

Tre Tucker

Head to Head

9.6 PPG7.8 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

DeVonta Smith: Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #34 at the position). Tre Tucker: Tier 3 (Deep League) WR (ranked #50 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DeVonta Smith is producing at 44% of elite pace and Tre Tucker at 35%. That ranking gap means DeVonta Smith carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

DeVonta Smith vs Tre Tucker: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between DeVonta Smith and Tre Tucker for your lineup, you are not alone. DeVonta Smith finished the 2025 season at 9.6 PPG for the Philadelphia Eagles (17 games), and Tre Tucker averaged 7.8 for the Las Vegas Raiders (17 games).

That 1.8-point weekly advantage for DeVonta Smith is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. DeVonta Smith turned 113 targets into 1008 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Tre Tucker converted 92 looks into 696 yards and 5 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: DeVonta Smith sits Week 10 while Tre Tucker is off Week 13. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: DeVonta Smith (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tre Tucker (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•DeVonta Smith outscored Tre Tucker by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tre Tucker scored 5 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DeVonta Smith vs Tre Tucker: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DeVonta Smith	Tre Tucker
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.6	7.8
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	163	133
Receptions	77	57
Rec/Game	4.5	3.4
Receiving Yards	1,008	696
Rec Yds/Game	59.3	40.9
Receiving TDs	4	5
Targets	113	92
Target Share/Game	6.6	5.4
Age	27	25
Experience	4 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 13

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor DeVonta Smith at 9.6 PPG, 1.8 points per game above Tre Tucker's 7.8. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start DeVonta Smith or Tre Tucker in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DeVonta Smith has the edge at 9.6 PPG compared to Tre Tucker's 7.8 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 DeVonta Smith and Tre Tucker average in 2025?▾

DeVonta Smith averaged 9.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tre Tucker averaged 7.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are DeVonta Smith and Tre Tucker's bye weeks in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Tre Tucker (LV) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is DeVonta Smith or Tre Tucker a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DeVonta Smith outscored Tre Tucker by 1.8 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.