Start Chris Godwin or DK Metcalf?
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.
WRChris GodwinTB · WR77
WRDK MetcalfPIT · WR26Who to start
Clear startDK Metcalf- Higher Clutch Score this week: 12.4 vs 9.4 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs ATL, Easy).
- Stronger baseline projection (10.8 vs 10.2 pts/game).
Chris Godwin and DK Metcalf are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Chris Godwin travels to CIN (hard matchup) and DK Metcalf hosts ATL (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects DK Metcalf for 12.4 PPR points to Chris Godwin's 9.4.
Start DK Metcalf on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Godwin | Metcalf |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 9.4 | 12.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 10.2 | 10.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.2 | 12.5 |
| Snap share | 71% | 87% |
| 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 Chris Godwin vs DK Metcalf comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Chris Godwin or DK Metcalf in Week 1?
Start DK Metcalf in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 12.4 PPR points to Chris Godwin's 9.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Chris Godwin or DK Metcalf?
Our Clutch Score projects DK Metcalf for 12.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 9.4 for Chris Godwin.
Who has the better matchup, Chris Godwin or DK Metcalf?
Chris Godwin plays at CIN (hard) and DK Metcalf hosts ATL (easy). DK Metcalf 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.