The Philadelphia Eagles will host the Chicago Bears in Week 13. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR DeVonta Smith.
Is DeVonta Smith Playing in Week 13?
Smith (chest/shoulder) was considered to be a non-participant at the Eagles’ walkthrough Tuesday.
We’ll continue to monitor the Eagles’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Smith in Week 13?
AJ Brown is the vocal Eagle these days while DeVonta Smith just makes plays.
He’s seen at least seven targets in four of his past five games and in each of his last five with 7+ looks, he has a 25+ yard catch. He’s six-feet tall and 170 pounds soaking yet, but his ability to make plays down the field continues to develop.
Smith’s aDOT is 27% higher this year than last and with defenses unable to allocate much attention his way, I suspect we continue to see him running in single coverage deep down the field.
The Bears are battling plenty of secondary injuries and allow the second highest completion percentage on passes thrown 15+ yards down field through 12 weeks. I’ve got Smith over Brown this week and he checks in as a strong WR2 in all formats for me.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Smith’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 13
Smith is projected to score 15.4 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Smith to have 5 receptions for 71 yards and 0.5 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 13 Weather Impact: Bears at Eagles
The forecast for kickoff is 41 degrees Fahrenheit with 14 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.