Start Mike Evans or Puka Nacua?
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.
WRMike EvansSF · WR14
WRPuka NacuaLAR · WR27Who to start
Strong startPuka Nacua- Higher Clutch Score this week: 20.2 vs 15.0 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (18.4 vs 13.1 pts/game).
Mike Evans and Puka Nacua are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Mike Evans travels to LAR (easy matchup) and Puka Nacua hosts SF (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Puka Nacua for 20.2 PPR points to Mike Evans's 15.0.
Start Puka Nacua on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Evans | Nacua |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 15.0 | 20.2 |
| Baseline proj / game | 13.1 | 18.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 16.9 | 12.4 |
| Snap share | 75% | 70% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 1 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Mike Evans vs Puka Nacua comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Mike Evans or Puka Nacua in Week 1?
Start Puka Nacua in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 20.2 PPR points to Mike Evans's 15.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Mike Evans or Puka Nacua?
Our Clutch Score projects Puka Nacua for 20.2 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 15.0 for Mike Evans.
Who has the better matchup, Mike Evans or Puka Nacua?
Mike Evans plays at LAR (easy) and Puka Nacua hosts SF (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.