Was DeVonta Smith injured?
Smith was managing a minor groin injury but is now cleared and without an injury designation.
Football / NFL
A look into the Week 1 performance of Philadelphia Eagles' wide receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith against the Dallas Cowboys.
A.J. Brown experienced an unproductive first half, raising concerns among fans and fantasy football enthusiasts. Despite being on the field, he failed to register a single target or reception. In contrast, DeVonta Smith entered the game without an injury designation after overcoming a minor groin issue.
Fantasy football projections suggest Smith will have a decent outing, but the Eagles' offensive scheme, which doesn't heavily rely on passing, caps the upside for both receivers. Smith faces a defense that allowed the fourth-most yards per play last season, offering some hope for a productive game. However, the limited volume of passes thrown in Philadelphia creates a floor for Smith (and A.J. Brown, for that matter) that is lower than his talent would suggest.
**Actionable Takeaways:** Fantasy managers should temper expectations for both Brown and Smith due to the Eagles' run-heavy offense. While Smith is considered a starter in most formats, his weekly risk should be considered.
Smith was managing a minor groin injury but is now cleared and without an injury designation.
Brown had zero targets, receptions, or receiving yards in the first half.
Smith is projected to score 15.0 points in PPR formats.
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