Start Justin Jefferson or Nico Collins?
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
WRNico CollinsHOU · WR8Who to start
Slight leanJustin Jefferson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 14.2 vs 13.6 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs GB, Medium).
Justin Jefferson and Nico Collins are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Justin Jefferson hosts GB (medium matchup) and Nico Collins hosts BUF (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Justin Jefferson for 14.2 PPR points to Nico Collins's 13.6.
Start Justin Jefferson on the softer matchup.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Jefferson | Collins |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 14.2 | 13.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.7 | 15.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 31.2 | 21.2 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 2 |
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 Nico Collins comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Justin Jefferson or Nico Collins in Week 1?
Start Justin Jefferson in Week 1, on the softer matchup. The Clutch Score projects 14.2 PPR points to Nico Collins's 13.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Justin Jefferson or Nico Collins?
Our Clutch Score projects Justin Jefferson for 14.2 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.6 for Nico Collins.
Who has the better matchup, Justin Jefferson or Nico Collins?
Justin Jefferson hosts GB (medium) and Nico Collins hosts BUF (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.