Start Calvin Ridley or Cooper Kupp?
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 RidleyTEN · WR109
WRCooper KuppSEA · WR53Who to start
Slight leanCooper Kupp- Higher Clutch Score this week: 4.5 vs 3.7 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (5.1 vs 4.5 pts/game).
Calvin Ridley and Cooper Kupp are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Calvin Ridley hosts NYJ (hard matchup) and Cooper Kupp hosts NE (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Cooper Kupp for 4.5 PPR points to Calvin Ridley's 3.7.
Start Cooper Kupp on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Ridley | Kupp |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 3.7 | 4.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 4.5 | 5.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 6.8 | 7.3 |
| Snap share | 58% | 76% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 12 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Calvin Ridley vs Cooper Kupp comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Calvin Ridley or Cooper Kupp in Week 1?
Start Cooper Kupp in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 4.5 PPR points to Calvin Ridley's 3.7.
Who is projected to score more this week, Calvin Ridley or Cooper Kupp?
Our Clutch Score projects Cooper Kupp for 4.5 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 3.7 for Calvin Ridley.
Who has the better matchup, Calvin Ridley or Cooper Kupp?
Calvin Ridley hosts NYJ (hard) and Cooper Kupp hosts NE (hard). Calvin Ridley 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.