The Philadelphia Eagles will visit the Buffalo Bills in Week 17. 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 17?
Smith is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
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 17?
There was a moment on Saturday when, having been exposed to Smith in a league game against my brother, I lamented a missed opportunity.
Smith was the target on each of Jalen Hurts’ first two throws against the Commanders (two catches for 22 yards), but he then dropped an 18-yard touchdown pass, and the way these Eagles games go, you’re not always promised a second chance.
Thankfully, that worry didn’t last long.
Smith finished that drive with his fourth TD reception of the season (first in over a month) as part of a six-catch performance (six catches in total over the two weeks prior). You could argue that the day could have been a bit bigger if not held on an end zone route that saw a DPI flag thrown, but that play never had a great chance to be completed in my humble opinion.
It hasn’t been a banner season, but seven games over 14 PPR points isn’t a bad worst-case scenario. I think we know what we are expecting at this point on an annual basis (reasonable health, 1,000 yards, and six-ish touchdowns), so the only thing you’ll need to consider in August is if you’re willing to commit to him weekly and swallow the risk.
It’s early, but assuming this offense projects similarly next year, I’ll be willing to buy him as a WR2 across all formats, and that is right where I have him penciled in this week.
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 17
Smith is projected to score 14.2 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Smith to have five receptions for 65 yards and 0.4 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 17 Weather Impact: Eagles at Bills
The forecast for kickoff is 37 degrees Fahrenheit with 16 mph winds. Moderate winds may affect deep passes and field goal attempts.
