HEADtoHEADSTATS
A.J. Derby
TE · MIA
VS
NFL
Jonnu Smith
TE · PIT⚡ 5–1
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A.J. Derby or Jonnu Smith? The NFL Stat Breakdown

↓ Loses
A.J. Derby
A.J. Derby
TE · MIA
VS
NFL
⚡ Winner
Jonnu Smith
Jonnu Smith
TE · PIT
Career Stats
452
Receiving Yards
3,595
3
Rec Touchdowns
30
11.3
Yards Per Reception
10.3
40
Receptions
349
21
Games Played
144
65
Targets
493
Statistical Verdict
Jonnu Smith Wins
1–5
Category Wins
6 stats compared
Fantasy
No fantasy data available for 2026.
🤖AI Analysis

The career statistics tell a clear story in this TE comparison. Jonnu Smith holds the advantage in 5 of 6 key categories, with Rec Touchdowns representing the most decisive gap — a 900% difference that separates these two NFL players. This is not a close debate on the numbers.

Jonnu Smith's Rec Touchdowns of 30 compared to A.J. Derby's 3 represents a 900% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. A.J. Derby falls 91.4% below the career average of 35 in this category while Jonnu Smith exceeds it. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Jonnu Smith's edge.

The most competitive category in this matchup is Yards Per Reception, where A.J. Derby posts 11.3 against Jonnu Smith's 10.3 — a gap of just 9.7%. A.J. Derby 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 A.J. Derby 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.

Jonnu Smith wins this head to head comparison decisively — 5 categories to 1. The 900% gap in Rec Touchdowns alone makes a compelling case, but the consistency across multiple categories confirms Jonnu Smith's statistical superiority in this NFL career comparison.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better, A.J. Derby or Jonnu Smith?

Jonnu Smith holds the statistical edge, winning 5 of 6 categories in this career comparison. Jonnu Smith's Rec Touchdowns of 30 versus A.J. Derby's 3 is the most decisive factor — a 900% difference.

How do A.J. Derby and Jonnu Smith compare in Rec Touchdowns?

A.J. Derby career Rec Touchdowns: 3. Jonnu Smith career Rec Touchdowns: 30. Jonnu Smith leads by 900% — dramatically ahead in this key TE metric.

Who had the better overall career, A.J. Derby or Jonnu Smith?

Based on career statistics, Jonnu Smith edges A.J. Derby 5-1 across key categories. Jonnu Smith's Rec Touchdowns of 30 leads A.J. Derby's 3 by 900%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.

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