Start Justin Jefferson or Zay Flowers?
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
WRZay FlowersOBAL · WR7Who to start
Strong startJustin Jefferson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 14.2 vs 0.5 projected points.
- Healthier: no designation vs Out.
Justin Jefferson and Zay Flowers are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Justin Jefferson hosts GB (medium matchup) and Zay Flowers travels to IND (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Justin Jefferson for 14.2 PPR points to Zay Flowers's 0.5.
Start Justin Jefferson on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Jefferson | Flowers |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 14.2 | 0.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.7 | 13.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 31.2 | 26.0 |
| 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 Zay Flowers comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Justin Jefferson or Zay Flowers in Week 1?
Start Justin Jefferson in Week 1, on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 14.2 PPR points to Zay Flowers's 0.5.
Who is projected to score more this week, Justin Jefferson or Zay Flowers?
Our Clutch Score projects Justin Jefferson for 14.2 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.5 for Zay Flowers.
Who has the better matchup, Justin Jefferson or Zay Flowers?
Justin Jefferson hosts GB (medium) and Zay Flowers plays at IND (easy). Zay Flowers 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.