Start Alec Pierce or Chris Godwin?
Week 1 start/sit. Our Clutch Score projects each player's points this week from matchup, Vegas odds, usage and injury status, then calls who to start.
Who to start
Strong start- Higher Clutch Score this week: 9.0 vs 0.3 projected points.
- Healthier: no designation vs PUP.
Alec Pierce and Chris Godwin are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Alec Pierce hosts BAL (medium matchup) and Chris Godwin travels to CIN (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Chris Godwin for 9.0 PPR points to Alec Pierce's 0.3.
Start Chris Godwin on the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Pierce | Godwin |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.3 | 9.0 |
| Baseline proj / game | 10.5 | 10.2 |
| Points / game (season) | 12.2 | 9.2 |
| Snap share | 87% | 71% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 7 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Alec Pierce vs Chris Godwin comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Alec Pierce or Chris Godwin in Week 1?
Start Chris Godwin in Week 1, on the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 9.0 PPR points to Alec Pierce's 0.3.
Who is projected to score more this week, Alec Pierce or Chris Godwin?
Our Clutch Score projects Chris Godwin for 9.0 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.3 for Alec Pierce.
Who has the better matchup, Alec Pierce or Chris Godwin?
Alec Pierce hosts BAL (medium) and Chris Godwin plays at CIN (hard). Alec Pierce draws the more favorable matchup in Week 1.
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Clutch Score blends the season projection with this week’s matchup, Vegas implied total and injury status. Data via the Sleeper API and ESPN, refreshed daily.