Start Christian Watson 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.
WRChristian WatsonGB · WR2
WRLadd McConkeyQLAC · WR12Who to start
Clear startLadd McConkey- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.9 vs 10.7 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs ARI, Easy).
- Stronger baseline projection (13.4 vs 12.2 pts/game).
Christian Watson and Ladd McConkey are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Christian Watson travels to MIN (hard matchup) and Ladd McConkey hosts ARI (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Ladd McConkey for 13.9 PPR points to Christian Watson's 10.7.
Start Ladd McConkey on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Watson | McConkey |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 10.7 | 13.9 |
| Baseline proj / game | 12.2 | 13.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 32.7 | 19.2 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 2 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Christian Watson vs Ladd McConkey comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Christian Watson or Ladd McConkey in Week 1?
Start Ladd McConkey in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 13.9 PPR points to Christian Watson's 10.7.
Who is projected to score more this week, Christian Watson or Ladd McConkey?
Our Clutch Score projects Ladd McConkey for 13.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.7 for Christian Watson.
Who has the better matchup, Christian Watson or Ladd McConkey?
Christian Watson plays at MIN (hard) 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.