Start Calvin Austin or Chris Moore?
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
Slight lean- Higher Clutch Score this week: 0.3 vs 0.2 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Healthier: no designation vs IR.
Calvin Austin and Chris Moore are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Calvin Austin hosts DAL (easy matchup) and Chris Moore travels to IND (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Chris Moore for 0.3 PPR points to Calvin Austin's 0.2.
Start Chris Moore on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Austin | Moore |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 6.2 | 0.2 |
| Points / game (season) | 6.2 | 2.8 |
| Snap share | 53% | 51% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 2 |
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 Chris Moore comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Calvin Austin or Chris Moore in Week 1?
Start Chris Moore in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 0.3 PPR points to Calvin Austin's 0.2.
Who is projected to score more this week, Calvin Austin or Chris Moore?
Our Clutch Score projects Chris Moore for 0.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.2 for Calvin Austin.
Who has the better matchup, Calvin Austin or Chris Moore?
Calvin Austin hosts DAL (easy) and Chris Moore plays at IND (easy). 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.