Start Brian Thomas 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.
WRBrian ThomasJAX · WR40
WRChris GodwinTB · WR76Who to start
Clear startBrian Thomas- Higher Clutch Score this week: 10.1 vs 9.0 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (11.5 vs 10.2 pts/game).
Brian Thomas and Chris Godwin are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Brian Thomas hosts CLE (hard matchup) and Chris Godwin travels to CIN (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Brian Thomas for 10.1 PPR points to Chris Godwin's 9.0.
Start Brian Thomas on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Thomas | Godwin |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 10.1 | 9.0 |
| Baseline proj / game | 11.5 | 10.2 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.9 | 9.2 |
| Snap share | 79% | 71% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 7 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Brian Thomas vs Chris Godwin comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Brian Thomas or Chris Godwin in Week 1?
Start Brian Thomas in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 10.1 PPR points to Chris Godwin's 9.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Brian Thomas or Chris Godwin?
Our Clutch Score projects Brian Thomas for 10.1 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 9.0 for Chris Godwin.
Who has the better matchup, Brian Thomas or Chris Godwin?
Brian Thomas hosts CLE (hard) and Chris Godwin plays at CIN (hard). Brian Thomas 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.