Start Chris Olave or Ladd McConkey?
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.
Who to start
Slight lean- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.9 vs 13.9 projected points.
- Healthier: no designation vs Questionable.
Chris Olave and Ladd McConkey are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Chris Olave travels to DET (medium matchup) and Ladd McConkey hosts ARI (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Chris Olave for 13.9 PPR points to Ladd McConkey's 13.9.
Start Chris Olave on the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Olave | McConkey |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 13.9 |
| Baseline proj / game | 13.9 | 13.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 28.2 | 19.2 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 2 |
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 Ladd McConkey comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Chris Olave or Ladd McConkey in Week 1?
Start Chris Olave in Week 1, on the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 13.9 PPR points to Ladd McConkey's 13.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Chris Olave or Ladd McConkey?
Our Clutch Score projects Chris Olave for 13.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.9 for Ladd McConkey.
Who has the better matchup, Chris Olave or Ladd McConkey?
Chris Olave plays at DET (medium) and Ladd McConkey hosts ARI (easy). Ladd McConkey 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.