DeVonta Smith vs Ceedee Lamb Week 10 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Fantasy football projections for WRs

DeVonta Smith and CeeDee Lamb are two of the top receivers in a quietly stacked division at the position. Between Smith, Lamb, Malik Nabers, A.J. Brown, Terry McLaurin, and others, managers had no shortage of choices to draft in the division near the beginning of the year.

However, as the fantasy football regular season enters its final third, managers feel more pressure than ever to pick the correct lineup. With some stuck between DeVonta Smith and CeeDee Lamb, the choice may seem daunting.

With the two wide receivers playing each other this week, managers will have a front-row seat to celebrate their choice or mistake. Here's a look at both players and a recommendation for Week 10.

Is DeVonta Smith a good pick in fantasy football Week 10?

DeVonta Smith during Philadelphia Eagles vs. Cincinnati Bengals (Credits: IMAGN)

A.J. Brown's health has been a constant question all season long. This has created extra opportunities for Smith to step up against the Cowboys this week. Sportskeeda's Start/Sit Optimizer states that Smith is due for a solid borderline WR1 day. As such, he is worth strong consideration this week.

Even if A.J. Brown gets out on the field, there is no guarantee he could soak up Smith's targets. Smith has proved an ability to rise to the occasion before this season, so that question shouldn't be a factor.

Is CeeDee Lamb a good pick in fantasy football Week 10?

CeeDee Lamb at Dallas Cowboys v Atlanta Falcons - Source: Getty

The Dallas Cowboys's top wide receiver appears in a similar boat to A.J. Brown. Lamb is set to play this week, but after he looked to have a limp last week, there is no guarantee that he will be his 100% self.

Sportskeeda's Start/Sit Optimizer projects Lamb to earn 16.5 points. He may limp between plays, but when the ball is snapped, Lamb can gut it out. Cooper Rush's presence in replacement of Dak Prescott also won't hurt Lamb's production much.

DeVonta Smith or CeeDee Lamb: Who should I start?

CeeDee Lamb gets the nod for Week 10

The two receivers both have their pros and cons this week. However, per Sportskeeda's Start/Sit Optimizer, Lamb gets the nod ever so slightly. The Cowboys receiver is projected to earn 16.5 points to Smith's 15.8 points.

It appears that A.J. Brown's presence will weigh down Smith just enough to keep him behind Lamb. Lamb won't be 100% healthy, and he will likely be working with a backup quarterback, but that won't change too much in comparison to Smith.