DeVonta Smith enters the 2026 season as the Philadelphia Eagles’ clear top wide receiver following the offseason trade of A.J. Brown, which vacated over 120 targets and positions Smith for elevated volume in an offense featuring Jalen Hurts under new coordinator Sean Mannion. The 27-year-old posted 77 receptions for 1,008 yards in 2025 despite sharing the spotlight, and his career efficiency (roughly 9.1 yards per target) supports expectations of a larger role on the perimeter. Recent training-camp hamstring management has limited early reps, though Smith has progressed to full participation ahead of Week 1. Supporting additions like rookie Makai Lemon and Dontayvion Wicks introduce competition for targets, while the Eagles’ historical run emphasis and overall offensive rebound remain variables that could shape his final reception total.