Alex Smith vs Stephon Gilmore Career Stats Comparison
Few NFL comparisons generate more debate than Alex Smith vs Stephon Gilmore. The numbers reveal a genuinely competitive matchup — Stephon Gilmore takes 1 categories while Alex Smith claims 0, making this one of the closer head to head comparisons at the TE position. Every statistical category matters in a matchup this tight.
Stephon Gilmore's Games Played of 180 compared to Alex Smith's 122 represents a 47.5% advantage — significantly better than their counterpart in this critical category. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Stephon Gilmore's edge.
Across the full range of career statistics, Alex Smith remains competitive in several categories — a reminder that the overall comparison is closer than the final 1-0 category tally might suggest.
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.
The verdict favors Stephon Gilmore — 1 categories to 0 — but Alex Smith makes this far from a one-sided debate. Anyone building the case for Alex Smith has real statistical ammunition. The numbers have spoken, but the argument will continue.
Who is better, Alex Smith or Stephon Gilmore?
Stephon Gilmore holds the statistical edge, winning 1 of 1 categories in this career comparison. Stephon Gilmore's Games Played of 180 versus Alex Smith's 122 is the most decisive factor — a 47.5% difference.
How do Alex Smith and Stephon Gilmore compare in Games Played?
Alex Smith career Games Played: 122. Stephon Gilmore career Games Played: 180. Stephon Gilmore leads by 47.5% — significantly ahead in this key TE metric.
Who had the better overall career, Alex Smith or Stephon Gilmore?
Based on career statistics, Stephon Gilmore edges Alex Smith 1-0 across key categories. Stephon Gilmore's Games Played of 180 leads Alex Smith's 122 by 47.5%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.
