Start Denzel Boston or Xavier Worthy?
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.
WRDenzel BostonCLE
WRXavier WorthyKC · WR59Who to start
Clear startXavier Worthy- Higher Clutch Score this week: 8.5 vs 7.3 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (9.5 vs 7.9 pts/game).
Denzel Boston and Xavier Worthy are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Denzel Boston travels to JAX (medium matchup) and Xavier Worthy hosts DEN (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Xavier Worthy for 8.5 PPR points to Denzel Boston's 7.3.
Start Xavier Worthy on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Boston | Worthy |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 7.3 | 8.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 7.9 | 9.5 |
| Points / game (season) | - | 7.9 |
| Snap share | - | 70% |
| Red-zone touches | - | 6 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Denzel Boston vs Xavier Worthy comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Denzel Boston or Xavier Worthy in Week 1?
Start Xavier Worthy in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 8.5 PPR points to Denzel Boston's 7.3.
Who is projected to score more this week, Denzel Boston or Xavier Worthy?
Our Clutch Score projects Xavier Worthy for 8.5 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 7.3 for Denzel Boston.
Who has the better matchup, Denzel Boston or Xavier Worthy?
Denzel Boston plays at JAX (medium) and Xavier Worthy hosts DEN (hard). Denzel Boston 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.