DeVonta Smith vs Ladd McConkey
Who should you draft in 2026 fantasy football? Our machine learning model's projections, value over replacement (VBD), and the draft market's lean, refreshed every morning.
WR18
DeVonta Smith
202.0
projected 2026 points (PPR)
The model's pick
VS
WR20
Ladd McConkey
193.6
projected 2026 points (PPR)
The call
The model takes DeVonta Smith: a clear but modest edge of 8.4 points of value over replacement (29.2 vs 20.9).
The draft market agrees: DeVonta Smith goes first at ADP 29.8 vs 37.8 for Ladd McConkey.
| DeVonta SmithPHI | Ladd McConkeyLAC | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 202.0 | 193.6 | Smith +8.4 pts |
| Points per game | 11.9 | 11.4 | |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | 29.2 | 20.9 | Smith +8.4 |
| Overall rank | #48 | #55 | Smith by 7 |
| Position rank | WR18 | WR20 | |
| Market ADP | 29.8 | 37.8 | McConkey +8.0 cheaper |
| Typical round (12-team) | Rd 3 | Rd 4 | |
| Bye week | 10 | 7 |
Should I draft DeVonta Smith or Ladd McConkey in 2026 fantasy football?
DeVonta Smith. He projects 202.0 fantasy points with 29.2 value over replacement, vs 193.6 points and 20.9 for Ladd McConkey (WR, PPR).