Start Cyrus Allen or Tyquan Thornton?
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.
WRCyrus AllenKC
WRTyquan ThorntonKC · WR79Who to start
Clear startCyrus Allen- Higher Clutch Score this week: 5.0 vs 3.3 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (5.6 vs 3.7 pts/game).
Cyrus Allen and Tyquan Thornton are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Cyrus Allen hosts DEN (hard matchup) and Tyquan Thornton hosts DEN (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Cyrus Allen for 5.0 PPR points to Tyquan Thornton's 3.3.
Start Cyrus Allen on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Allen | Thornton |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 5.0 | 3.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 5.6 | 3.7 |
| Points / game (season) | - | 5.8 |
| Snap share | - | 38% |
| Red-zone touches | - | 4 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Cyrus Allen vs Tyquan Thornton comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Cyrus Allen or Tyquan Thornton in Week 1?
Start Cyrus Allen in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 5.0 PPR points to Tyquan Thornton's 3.3.
Who is projected to score more this week, Cyrus Allen or Tyquan Thornton?
Our Clutch Score projects Cyrus Allen for 5.0 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 3.3 for Tyquan Thornton.
Who has the better matchup, Cyrus Allen or Tyquan Thornton?
Cyrus Allen hosts DEN (hard) and Tyquan Thornton hosts DEN (hard). Cyrus Allen 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.