Start DJ Moore or Ladd McConkey?
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 8.9 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (14.7 vs 11.0 projected points).
DJ Moore and Ladd McConkey are a Week 8 start/sit call at wide receiver. DJ Moore hosts BAL (easy matchup) and Ladd McConkey travels to LAR (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects DJ Moore for 14.8 PPR points to Ladd McConkey's 8.9.
Start DJ Moore on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Moore | McConkey |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 8) | 14.8 | 8.9 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 14.7 | 11.0 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.1 | 7.8 |
| Snap share | 51% | 38% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 2 |
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 Ladd McConkey comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start DJ Moore or Ladd McConkey 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 Ladd McConkey's 8.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, DJ Moore or Ladd McConkey?
Our Clutch Score projects DJ Moore for 14.8 PPR points in Week 8, compared with 8.9 for Ladd McConkey.
Who has the better matchup, DJ Moore or Ladd McConkey?
DJ Moore hosts BAL (easy) and Ladd McConkey plays at LAR (hard). 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.