Yahoo Sports· 1h ago· 1 min read
The title of WR1 isn't earned overnight. It comes after years of production, consistency and proving you can thrive when defenses know you're the player they have to stop. Philadelphia Eagles star DeVonta Smith has already checked those boxes. Now, following A.J. Brown's departure, the offense enters a new chapter with Smith leading the wide receiver corps .
He's no longer the rising star learning alongside established veterans . He's the proven veteran, the longest-tenured Eagle on the roster and the receiver the offense will increasingly lean on in 2026 . Here are four expectations as Smith embraces his expanded role. This should be a massive season for the man in the Number 6 jersey.
Expect DeVonta Smith to see the lion's share of the targets The biggest change should also be the most obvious. Philadelphia's passing game now revolves around Smith. While the Eagles will continue to…
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