The Philadelphia Eagles are flying high at 4-1, thanks to a surging offense led by second-year quarterback Carson Wentz. However, while Alshon Jeffery and Nelson Agholor are consistent fantasy producers, Torrey Smith has been more hit and miss.
Fantasy football 2017: Torrey Smith, start or sit on ‘TNF?’
The Eagles’ offense is soaring right now, but Smith hasn’t quite benefited. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Over the first five games, Smith has just 13 catches for 204 yards and a touchdown, an underwhelming catch rate on his 23 targets. The good news is that he’s good for one or two big plays per game, roasting the Arizona Cardinals for a 59-yard touchdown last week.
Fantasy impact: Smith’s talent hasn’t abandoned him, despite a nondescript two years with the San Francisco 49ers. The problem is that his real-life role (a clear-out deep threat that helps the receivers underneath) doesn’t always translate to fantasy value, and he doesn’t see enough looks to be a reliable starter week to week.
The Eagles play the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night, and Carolina’s defense is giving up only giving up the 19th-most fantasy points to wide receivers. Look for Smith to play his usual role, which is that of a high-risk WR5. He’s not startable outside of deeper leagues and bargain-basement DFS plays.
Recommendation: Sit
