Start Chris Olave or Ja'Marr Chase?
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 OlaveNO · WR5
WRJa'Marr ChaseCIN · WR83Who to start
Strong startJa'Marr Chase- Higher Clutch Score this week: 17.7 vs 13.9 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (18.3 vs 13.9 pts/game).
Chris Olave and Ja'Marr Chase are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Chris Olave travels to DET (medium matchup) and Ja'Marr Chase hosts TB (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Ja'Marr Chase for 17.7 PPR points to Chris Olave's 13.9.
Start Ja'Marr Chase on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Olave | Chase |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 17.7 |
| Baseline proj / game | 13.9 | 18.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 28.2 | 3.2 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Chris Olave vs Ja'Marr Chase comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Chris Olave or Ja'Marr Chase in Week 1?
Start Ja'Marr Chase in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 17.7 PPR points to Chris Olave's 13.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Chris Olave or Ja'Marr Chase?
Our Clutch Score projects Ja'Marr Chase for 17.7 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.9 for Chris Olave.
Who has the better matchup, Chris Olave or Ja'Marr Chase?
Chris Olave plays at DET (medium) and Ja'Marr Chase hosts TB (medium). Chris Olave 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.