Is Adrian Cooper Better Than Alex Smith? NFL Stats Decide
The career statistics tell a clear story in this TE comparison. Alex Smith holds the advantage in 5 of 6 key categories, with Rec Touchdowns representing the most decisive gap — a 160% difference that separates these two NFL players. This is not a close debate on the numbers.
Alex Smith's Rec Touchdowns of 13 compared to Adrian Cooper's 5 represents a 160% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. Adrian Cooper falls 85.7% below the career average of 35 in this category while Alex Smith exceeds it. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Alex Smith's edge.
The most competitive category in this matchup is Yards Per Reception, where Adrian Cooper posts 11.9 against Alex Smith's 9.0 — a gap of just 32.2%. Adrian Cooper can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 5-1 tally suggests. In any debate, Yards Per Reception is the statistical ammunition for the Adrian Cooper side.
The tight end position demands a rare combination of size, athleticism and football IQ. Career receiving production at tight end reflects the ability to dominate as a mismatch weapon, red zone threat and reliable safety valve.
Alex Smith wins this head to head comparison decisively — 5 categories to 1. The 160% gap in Rec Touchdowns alone makes a compelling case, but the consistency across multiple categories confirms Alex Smith's statistical superiority in this NFL career comparison.
Who is better, Adrian Cooper or Alex Smith?
Alex Smith holds the statistical edge, winning 5 of 6 categories in this career comparison. Alex Smith's Rec Touchdowns of 13 versus Adrian Cooper's 5 is the most decisive factor — a 160% difference.
How do Adrian Cooper and Alex Smith compare in Rec Touchdowns?
Adrian Cooper career Rec Touchdowns: 5. Alex Smith career Rec Touchdowns: 13. Alex Smith leads by 160% — dramatically ahead in this key TE metric.
Who had the better overall career, Adrian Cooper or Alex Smith?
Based on career statistics, Alex Smith edges Adrian Cooper 5-1 across key categories. Alex Smith's Rec Touchdowns of 13 leads Adrian Cooper's 5 by 160%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.
