Start Christian Kirk or Marvin Mims?
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.
WRChristian KirkQSF · WR96
WRMarvin MimsDEN · WR64Who to start
Clear startMarvin Mims- Higher Clutch Score this week: 4.4 vs 2.2 projected points.
- Healthier: no designation vs Questionable.
Christian Kirk and Marvin Mims are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Christian Kirk travels to LAR (easy matchup) and Marvin Mims travels to KC (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Marvin Mims for 4.4 PPR points to Christian Kirk's 2.2.
Start Marvin Mims on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Kirk | Mims |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 2.2 | 4.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 2.2 | 4.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 4.5 | 6.2 |
| Snap share | 48% | 35% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 4 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Christian Kirk vs Marvin Mims comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Christian Kirk or Marvin Mims in Week 1?
Start Marvin Mims in Week 1, on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 4.4 PPR points to Christian Kirk's 2.2.
Who is projected to score more this week, Christian Kirk or Marvin Mims?
Our Clutch Score projects Marvin Mims for 4.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 2.2 for Christian Kirk.
Who has the better matchup, Christian Kirk or Marvin Mims?
Christian Kirk plays at LAR (easy) and Marvin Mims plays at KC (easy). Christian Kirk 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.