Start Marvin Harrison or Michael Pittman?
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.
WRMarvin HarrisonARI · WR49
WRMichael PittmanPIT · WR18Who to start
Clear startMichael Pittman- Higher Clutch Score this week: 11.6 vs 8.7 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs ATL, Easy).
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
Marvin Harrison and Michael Pittman are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Marvin Harrison travels to LAC (hard matchup) and Michael Pittman hosts ATL (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Michael Pittman for 11.6 PPR points to Marvin Harrison's 8.7.
Start Michael Pittman on the softer matchup and the higher-scoring game.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Harrison | Pittman |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 8.7 | 11.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 11.0 | 10.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 10.7 | 11.9 |
| Snap share | 72% | 85% |
| Red-zone touches | 9 | 12 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Marvin Harrison vs Michael Pittman comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Marvin Harrison or Michael Pittman in Week 1?
Start Michael Pittman in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the higher-scoring game. The Clutch Score projects 11.6 PPR points to Marvin Harrison's 8.7.
Who is projected to score more this week, Marvin Harrison or Michael Pittman?
Our Clutch Score projects Michael Pittman for 11.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 8.7 for Marvin Harrison.
Who has the better matchup, Marvin Harrison or Michael Pittman?
Marvin Harrison plays at LAC (hard) and Michael Pittman hosts ATL (easy). Michael Pittman 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.