Start Luther Burden or Mike Evans?
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.
WRLuther BurdenCHI · WR36
WRMike EvansSF · WR14Who to start
Strong startMike Evans- Higher Clutch Score this week: 15.0 vs 10.8 projected points.
- Better matchup (at LAR, Easy).
- Stronger baseline projection (13.1 vs 12.3 pts/game).
Luther Burden and Mike Evans are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Luther Burden travels to CAR (hard matchup) and Mike Evans travels to LAR (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Mike Evans for 15.0 PPR points to Luther Burden's 10.8.
Start Mike Evans on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Burden | Evans |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 10.8 | 15.0 |
| Baseline proj / game | 12.3 | 13.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.5 | 16.9 |
| Snap share | 0% | 75% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 2 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Luther Burden vs Mike Evans comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Luther Burden or Mike Evans in Week 1?
Start Mike Evans in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 15.0 PPR points to Luther Burden's 10.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Luther Burden or Mike Evans?
Our Clutch Score projects Mike Evans for 15.0 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.8 for Luther Burden.
Who has the better matchup, Luther Burden or Mike Evans?
Luther Burden plays at CAR (hard) and Mike Evans plays at LAR (easy). Mike Evans 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.