Start Calvin Austin or Cedric Tillman?
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.
WRCalvin AustinNYG · WR72
WRCedric TillmanCLE · WR93Who to start
Clear startCalvin Austin- Higher Clutch Score this week: 2.9 vs 0.4 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs DAL, Easy).
- Stronger baseline projection (2.6 vs 0.4 pts/game).
Calvin Austin and Cedric Tillman are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Calvin Austin hosts DAL (easy matchup) and Cedric Tillman travels to JAX (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Calvin Austin for 2.9 PPR points to Cedric Tillman's 0.4.
Start Calvin Austin on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Austin | Tillman |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 2.9 | 0.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 2.6 | 0.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 6.2 | 4.6 |
| Snap share | 53% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 4 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Calvin Austin vs Cedric Tillman comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Calvin Austin or Cedric Tillman in Week 1?
Start Calvin Austin in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 2.9 PPR points to Cedric Tillman's 0.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Calvin Austin or Cedric Tillman?
Our Clutch Score projects Calvin Austin for 2.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.4 for Cedric Tillman.
Who has the better matchup, Calvin Austin or Cedric Tillman?
Calvin Austin hosts DAL (easy) and Cedric Tillman plays at JAX (medium). Calvin Austin 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.