Start Chris Godwin or Michael Pittman?
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
WRMichael PittmanPIT · WR18Who to start
Clear startMichael Pittman- Higher Clutch Score this week: 11.6 vs 9.4 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs ATL, Easy).
Chris Godwin and Michael Pittman are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Chris Godwin travels to CIN (hard matchup) and Michael Pittman hosts ATL (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Michael Pittman for 11.6 PPR points to Chris Godwin's 9.4.
Start Michael Pittman on the softer matchup.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Godwin | Pittman |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 9.4 | 11.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 10.2 | 10.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.2 | 11.9 |
| Snap share | 71% | 85% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 12 |
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 Michael Pittman comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Chris Godwin or Michael Pittman in Week 1?
Start Michael Pittman in Week 1, on the softer matchup. The Clutch Score projects 11.6 PPR points to Chris Godwin's 9.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Chris Godwin or Michael Pittman?
Our Clutch Score projects Michael Pittman for 11.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 9.4 for Chris Godwin.
Who has the better matchup, Chris Godwin or Michael Pittman?
Chris Godwin plays at CIN (hard) and Michael Pittman hosts ATL (easy). Michael Pittman 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.