Start Emanuel Wilson or Ollie Gordon?
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: 3.1 vs 1.5 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (3.3 vs 1.4 pts/game).
Emanuel Wilson and Ollie Gordon are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Emanuel Wilson hosts NE (hard matchup) and Ollie Gordon travels to LV (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Emanuel Wilson for 3.1 PPR points to Ollie Gordon's 1.5.
Start Emanuel Wilson on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Wilson | Gordon |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 3.1 | 1.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.3 | 1.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 5.6 | 3.2 |
| Snap share | 30% | 22% |
| Red-zone touches | 26 | 19 |
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 Ollie Gordon comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Emanuel Wilson or Ollie Gordon in Week 1?
Start Emanuel Wilson in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 3.1 PPR points to Ollie Gordon's 1.5.
Who is projected to score more this week, Emanuel Wilson or Ollie Gordon?
Our Clutch Score projects Emanuel Wilson for 3.1 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 1.5 for Ollie Gordon.
Who has the better matchup, Emanuel Wilson or Ollie Gordon?
Emanuel Wilson hosts NE (hard) and Ollie Gordon plays at LV (easy). Ollie Gordon draws the more favorable matchup in Week 1.
More start/sit calls
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.