Start Ladd McConkey 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.
WRLadd McConkeyQLAC · WR12
WRLuther BurdenCHI · WR36Who to start
Clear startLadd McConkey- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.9 vs 10.8 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs ARI, Easy).
- Stronger baseline projection (13.4 vs 12.3 pts/game).
Ladd McConkey and Luther Burden are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Ladd McConkey hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Luther Burden travels to CAR (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Ladd McConkey for 13.9 PPR points to Luther Burden's 10.8.
Start Ladd McConkey on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | McConkey | Burden |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 10.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 13.4 | 12.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 19.2 | 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 Ladd McConkey vs Luther Burden comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Ladd McConkey or Luther Burden in Week 1?
Start Ladd McConkey in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 13.9 PPR points to Luther Burden's 10.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Ladd McConkey or Luther Burden?
Our Clutch Score projects Ladd McConkey for 13.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.8 for Luther Burden.
Who has the better matchup, Ladd McConkey or Luther Burden?
Ladd McConkey hosts ARI (easy) and Luther Burden plays at CAR (hard). Ladd McConkey 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.