Start Drake London or Puka Nacua?
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.
Who to start
Strong start- Higher Clutch Score this week: 21.1 vs 15.2 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (18.4 vs 14.7 pts/game).
Drake London and Puka Nacua are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Drake London travels to PIT (easy matchup) and Puka Nacua hosts SF (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Puka Nacua for 21.1 PPR points to Drake London's 15.2.
Start Puka Nacua on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | London | Nacua |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 15.2 | 21.1 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.7 | 18.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 5.5 | 12.4 |
| Snap share | 0% | 70% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Drake London vs Puka Nacua comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Drake London or Puka Nacua in Week 1?
Start Puka Nacua in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 21.1 PPR points to Drake London's 15.2.
Who is projected to score more this week, Drake London or Puka Nacua?
Our Clutch Score projects Puka Nacua for 21.1 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 15.2 for Drake London.
Who has the better matchup, Drake London or Puka Nacua?
Drake London plays at PIT (easy) and Puka Nacua hosts SF (medium). Drake London 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.