Start Luke Musgrave or Nate Boerkircher?
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.
TELuke MusgravePUPGB · TE52
TENate BoerkircherJAXWho to start
Clear startNate Boerkircher- Higher Clutch Score this week: 1.5 vs 0.1 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Healthier: no designation vs PUP.
Luke Musgrave and Nate Boerkircher are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Luke Musgrave travels to MIN (hard matchup) and Nate Boerkircher hosts CLE (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Nate Boerkircher for 1.5 PPR points to Luke Musgrave's 0.1.
Start Nate Boerkircher on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Musgrave | Boerkircher |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.1 | 1.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 2.9 | 1.6 |
| Points / game (season) | 2.9 | - |
| Snap share | 43% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Luke Musgrave vs Nate Boerkircher comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Luke Musgrave or Nate Boerkircher in Week 1?
Start Nate Boerkircher in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 1.5 PPR points to Luke Musgrave's 0.1.
Who is projected to score more this week, Luke Musgrave or Nate Boerkircher?
Our Clutch Score projects Nate Boerkircher for 1.5 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.1 for Luke Musgrave.
Who has the better matchup, Luke Musgrave or Nate Boerkircher?
Luke Musgrave plays at MIN (hard) and Nate Boerkircher hosts CLE (hard). Luke Musgrave 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.