Start Justin Jefferson or Luther Burden?
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.
WRJustin JeffersonMIN · WR3
WRLuther BurdenCHI · WR36Who to start
Clear startJustin Jefferson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 14.2 vs 10.8 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs GB, Medium).
- Stronger baseline projection (14.7 vs 12.3 pts/game).
Justin Jefferson and Luther Burden are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Justin Jefferson hosts GB (medium matchup) and Luther Burden travels to CAR (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Justin Jefferson for 14.2 PPR points to Luther Burden's 10.8.
Start Justin Jefferson on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Jefferson | Burden |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 14.2 | 10.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.7 | 12.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 31.2 | 9.5 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 0 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Justin Jefferson vs Luther Burden comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Justin Jefferson or Luther Burden in Week 1?
Start Justin Jefferson in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 14.2 PPR points to Luther Burden's 10.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Justin Jefferson or Luther Burden?
Our Clutch Score projects Justin Jefferson for 14.2 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.8 for Luther Burden.
Who has the better matchup, Justin Jefferson or Luther Burden?
Justin Jefferson hosts GB (medium) and Luther Burden plays at CAR (hard). Justin Jefferson 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.