Start Brian Thomas or Josh Downs?
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 · WR42
WRJosh DownsIND · WR44Who to start
Clear startBrian Thomas- Higher Clutch Score this week: 10.8 vs 9.8 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (11.5 vs 10.1 pts/game).
Brian Thomas and Josh Downs are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Brian Thomas hosts CLE (hard matchup) and Josh Downs hosts BAL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Brian Thomas for 10.8 PPR points to Josh Downs's 9.8.
Start Brian Thomas on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Thomas | Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 10.8 | 9.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 11.5 | 10.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.9 | 8.5 |
| Snap share | 79% | 58% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 14 |
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 Josh Downs comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Brian Thomas or Josh Downs in Week 1?
Start Brian Thomas in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 10.8 PPR points to Josh Downs's 9.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Brian Thomas or Josh Downs?
Our Clutch Score projects Brian Thomas for 10.8 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 9.8 for Josh Downs.
Who has the better matchup, Brian Thomas or Josh Downs?
Brian Thomas hosts CLE (hard) and Josh Downs hosts BAL (medium). Josh Downs 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.