Start Luther Burden 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.
WRLuther BurdenCHI · WR36
WRNico CollinsHOU · WR8Who to start
Clear startNico Collins- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.6 vs 10.8 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (15.4 vs 12.3 pts/game).
Luther Burden and Nico Collins are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Luther Burden travels to CAR (hard matchup) and Nico Collins hosts BUF (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Nico Collins for 13.6 PPR points to Luther Burden's 10.8.
Start Nico Collins on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Burden | Collins |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 10.8 | 13.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 12.3 | 15.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.5 | 21.2 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| 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 Nico Collins comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Luther Burden or Nico Collins in Week 1?
Start Nico Collins in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 13.6 PPR points to Luther Burden's 10.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Luther Burden or Nico Collins?
Our Clutch Score projects Nico Collins for 13.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.8 for Luther Burden.
Who has the better matchup, Luther Burden or Nico Collins?
Luther Burden plays at CAR (hard) and Nico Collins hosts BUF (hard). Luther Burden 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.