Start Josh Downs or Michael Pittman?
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.
WRJosh DownsIND · WR44
WRMichael PittmanPIT · WR18Who to start
Clear startMichael Pittman- Higher Clutch Score this week: 11.6 vs 9.8 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs ATL, Easy).
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
Josh Downs and Michael Pittman are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Josh Downs hosts BAL (medium matchup) and Michael Pittman hosts ATL (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Michael Pittman for 11.6 PPR points to Josh Downs's 9.8.
Start Michael Pittman on the softer matchup and the higher-scoring game.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Downs | Pittman |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 9.8 | 11.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 10.1 | 10.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 8.5 | 11.9 |
| Snap share | 58% | 85% |
| Red-zone touches | 14 | 12 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Josh Downs vs Michael Pittman comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Josh Downs or Michael Pittman in Week 1?
Start Michael Pittman in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the higher-scoring game. The Clutch Score projects 11.6 PPR points to Josh Downs's 9.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Josh Downs or Michael Pittman?
Our Clutch Score projects Michael Pittman for 11.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 9.8 for Josh Downs.
Who has the better matchup, Josh Downs or Michael Pittman?
Josh Downs hosts BAL (medium) and Michael Pittman hosts ATL (easy). Michael Pittman 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.