Start Chris Godwin or Mike Evans?
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
WRMike EvansSF · WR74Who to start
Strong startMike Evans- Higher Clutch Score this week: 14.3 vs 9.4 projected points.
- Better matchup (at LAR, Easy).
- Stronger baseline projection (13.1 vs 10.2 pts/game).
Chris Godwin and Mike Evans are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Chris Godwin travels to CIN (hard matchup) and Mike Evans travels to LAR (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Mike Evans for 14.3 PPR points to Chris Godwin's 9.4.
Start Mike Evans on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Godwin | Evans |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 9.4 | 14.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 10.2 | 13.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.2 | 10.6 |
| Snap share | 71% | 65% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 8 |
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 Mike Evans comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Chris Godwin or Mike Evans in Week 1?
Start Mike Evans in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 14.3 PPR points to Chris Godwin's 9.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Chris Godwin or Mike Evans?
Our Clutch Score projects Mike Evans for 14.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 9.4 for Chris Godwin.
Who has the better matchup, Chris Godwin or Mike Evans?
Chris Godwin plays at CIN (hard) and Mike Evans plays at LAR (easy). Mike Evans 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.