Start Ian Thomas or Julian Hill?
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.
TEIan ThomasLV · TE68
TEJulian HillIRNE · TE61Who to start
Slight leanIan Thomas- Higher Clutch Score this week: 0.3 vs 0.0 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs MIA, Easy).
- Healthier: no designation vs IR.
Ian Thomas and Julian Hill are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Ian Thomas hosts MIA (easy matchup) and Julian Hill travels to SEA (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Ian Thomas for 0.3 PPR points to Julian Hill's 0.0.
Start Ian Thomas on the softer matchup and the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Thomas | Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Baseline proj / game | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 1.6 | 2.2 |
| Snap share | 35% | 55% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 3 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Ian Thomas vs Julian Hill comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Ian Thomas or Julian Hill in Week 1?
Start Ian Thomas in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 0.3 PPR points to Julian Hill's 0.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Ian Thomas or Julian Hill?
Our Clutch Score projects Ian Thomas for 0.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.0 for Julian Hill.
Who has the better matchup, Ian Thomas or Julian Hill?
Ian Thomas hosts MIA (easy) and Julian Hill plays at SEA (easy). Ian Thomas 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.