Start Emanuel Wilson or Kaleb Johnson?
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
Clear start- Higher Clutch Score this week: 3.4 vs 1.6 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs NE, Medium).
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
Emanuel Wilson and Kaleb Johnson are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Emanuel Wilson hosts NE (medium matchup) and Kaleb Johnson travels to MIN (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Emanuel Wilson for 3.4 PPR points to Kaleb Johnson's 1.6.
Start Emanuel Wilson on the softer matchup, the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Wilson | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 3.4 | 1.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.3 | 1.9 |
| Points / game (season) | 0.3 | - |
| Snap share | 6% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Emanuel Wilson vs Kaleb Johnson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Emanuel Wilson or Kaleb Johnson in Week 1?
Start Emanuel Wilson in Week 1, on the softer matchup, the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 3.4 PPR points to Kaleb Johnson's 1.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Emanuel Wilson or Kaleb Johnson?
Our Clutch Score projects Emanuel Wilson for 3.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 1.6 for Kaleb Johnson.
Who has the better matchup, Emanuel Wilson or Kaleb Johnson?
Emanuel Wilson hosts NE (medium) and Kaleb Johnson plays at MIN (hard). Emanuel Wilson 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.