Start Jalen Royals or Malik Benson?
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.
WRJalen RoyalsKC · WR129
WRMalik BensonLV · WR109Who to start
Clear startMalik Benson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 3.6 vs 1.8 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs MIA, Medium).
- Stronger baseline projection (3.6 vs 2.0 pts/game).
Jalen Royals and Malik Benson are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Jalen Royals hosts DEN (hard matchup) and Malik Benson hosts MIA (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Malik Benson for 3.6 PPR points to Jalen Royals's 1.8.
Start Malik Benson on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Royals | Benson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 1.8 | 3.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 2.0 | 3.6 |
| Points / game (season) | - | 0.8 |
| Snap share | - | 0% |
| 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 Jalen Royals vs Malik Benson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Jalen Royals or Malik Benson in Week 1?
Start Malik Benson in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 3.6 PPR points to Jalen Royals's 1.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Jalen Royals or Malik Benson?
Our Clutch Score projects Malik Benson for 3.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 1.8 for Jalen Royals.
Who has the better matchup, Jalen Royals or Malik Benson?
Jalen Royals hosts DEN (hard) and Malik Benson hosts MIA (medium). Malik Benson 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.