Start DJ Moore or Emeka Egbuka?
Week 8 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.
Who to start
Strong start- Higher Clutch Score this week: 14.8 vs 10.8 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (14.7 vs 11.5 projected points).
DJ Moore and Emeka Egbuka are a Week 8 start/sit call at wide receiver. DJ Moore hosts BAL (easy matchup) and Emeka Egbuka hosts ATL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects DJ Moore for 14.8 PPR points to Emeka Egbuka's 10.8.
Start DJ Moore on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Moore | Egbuka |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 8) | 14.8 | 10.8 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 14.7 | 11.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.1 | 11.9 |
| Snap share | 51% | 86% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 6 |
Clutch Score is our Week 8 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long DJ Moore vs Emeka Egbuka comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start DJ Moore or Emeka Egbuka in Week 8?
Start DJ Moore in Week 8, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 14.8 PPR points to Emeka Egbuka's 10.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, DJ Moore or Emeka Egbuka?
Our Clutch Score projects DJ Moore for 14.8 PPR points in Week 8, compared with 10.8 for Emeka Egbuka.
Who has the better matchup, DJ Moore or Emeka Egbuka?
DJ Moore hosts BAL (easy) and Emeka Egbuka hosts ATL (medium). DJ Moore draws the more favorable matchup in Week 8.
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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.