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Ladd McConkey vs. DeVonta Smith

The short answer

Ladd McConkey and DeVonta Smith are in the same current dynasty Superflex tier: 469 versus 465, a 0.9% gap.

This same-tier receiver file focuses on the settings most likely to break a close call: reception scoring and dynasty versus redraft horizon. The answer updates with the release rather than relying on static editorial rankings.

Same players // four markets

What changes in Superflex, 1QB, TEP, and redraft?

These rows change one major market context at a time. Hover or focus the dotted labels for a plain-language definition. Values share one 0–1,000 composite scale.

League settingLadd McConkeyDeVonta SmithCurrent answer
Dynasty SuperflexTwo QB-eligible starting slots; 4-point passing TDs and full PPR.469465Same tier
Dynasty 1QBOne starting quarterback; 4-point passing TDs and full PPR.506498Same tier
Superflex TEPSuperflex with an additional tight end reception premium.469465Same tier
Redraft 1QBCurrent-season value only; one quarterback and full PPR.305409DeVonta Smith +104

Format verdict // The leader changes across formats. There is no defensible format-free winner; use the row that matches your league.

Reception scoring // player-level

Does standard, half PPR, or full PPR change it?

PPR means points per reception: zero in standard, 0.5 in half PPR, and one in full PPR. Each adjustment is measured relative to a same-position replacement player.

League settingLadd McConkeyDeVonta SmithCurrent answer
StandardReceptions score zero points; yards and touchdowns still score normally.468460Same tier
Half PPREach reception scores 0.5 points.463457Same tier
Full PPREach reception scores one point.469465Same tier
Scoring verdict: No leader flip appears in the displayed scoring settings. The gap ranges from 4 to 8 value points, so scoring can still change the price.
Observed production // 2025

The evidence underneath the market answer.

These are descriptive season results, not projections. Missing upstream fields remain visibly unavailable instead of being guessed.

Ladd McConkey

WR16
Fantasy points/game
10.6
Consistency grade
C
Targets/game
6.2
Receptions/game
3.9
Receiving yards/game
46.4
Catch rate
62.3%

DeVonta Smith

WR17
Fantasy points/game
11.9
Consistency grade
D
Targets/game
6.6
Receptions/game
4.5
Receiving yards/game
59.3
Catch rate
68.1%
Decision rule

Treat the gap like a tiebreaker.

Use a small value edge as a tiebreaker, not as permission to overpay; compare the complete offer in the calculator.

Yes, the current baseline supports treating Ladd McConkey and DeVonta Smith as straight-up trade peers. A manager can still prefer either side, but the model does not support a large automatic add. Injury status, starting-lineup need, and manager-specific preference are outside this model.

Direct answers

Comparison FAQ

Who is worth more in dynasty: Ladd McConkey or DeVonta Smith?

Ladd McConkey and DeVonta Smith are in the same current dynasty Superflex tier: 469 versus 465, a 0.9% gap.

Should I trade Ladd McConkey for DeVonta Smith straight up?

Yes, the current baseline supports treating Ladd McConkey and DeVonta Smith as straight-up trade peers. A manager can still prefer either side, but the model does not support a large automatic add.

Does scoring change the Ladd McConkey vs. DeVonta Smith comparison?

No leader flip appears in the displayed scoring settings. The gap ranges from 4 to 8 value points, so scoring can still change the price.

Why do Superflex and 1QB values differ?

Quarterback scarcity changes enough across the displayed formats to change which side leads. Use the row matching your league rather than the universal baseline.

Same-position decisions

Compare the rest of the tier.

Next decision

Put both players in the full package.