Start Darnell Mooney or Deebo Samuel?
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.
WRDarnell MooneyNYG · WR77
WRDeebo SamuelSF · WR24Who to start
Strong startDeebo Samuel- Higher Clutch Score this week: 9.3 vs 4.0 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (8.5 vs 3.4 pts/game).
Darnell Mooney and Deebo Samuel are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Darnell Mooney hosts DAL (easy matchup) and Deebo Samuel travels to LAR (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Deebo Samuel for 9.3 PPR points to Darnell Mooney's 4.0.
Start Deebo Samuel on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Mooney | Samuel |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.0 | 9.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.4 | 8.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 5.5 | 11.8 |
| Snap share | 82% | 72% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 15 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Darnell Mooney vs Deebo Samuel comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Darnell Mooney or Deebo Samuel in Week 1?
Start Deebo Samuel in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 9.3 PPR points to Darnell Mooney's 4.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Darnell Mooney or Deebo Samuel?
Our Clutch Score projects Deebo Samuel for 9.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 4.0 for Darnell Mooney.
Who has the better matchup, Darnell Mooney or Deebo Samuel?
Darnell Mooney hosts DAL (easy) and Deebo Samuel plays at LAR (easy). Darnell Mooney 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.