What happened: Steve Smith Sr. delivered a detailed breakdown of DeVonta Smith's game, circulated by NFL Network's James Palmer, weighing whether the Eagles receiver is ready to step into a volume-heavy No. 1 role. The analysis centers on Smith's route nuance and his readiness to anchor Philadelphia's passing attack as a true alpha.

Why it matters: The question carries real weight for the Eagles, who moved on from A.J. Brown for a distant 2028 first-round return, leaving Smith as the unquestioned top target heading into 2026. How quickly he absorbs that target share will shape Philadelphia's offensive ceiling.

What to watch: Watch how the Eagles deploy Smith in the upcoming 2026 season and whether his target share climbs to match a featured No. 1 workload.