Start Roman Wilson or Zavion Thomas?
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.
WRRoman WilsonPIT · WR114
WRZavion ThomasCHIWho to start
Clear startZavion Thomas- Higher Clutch Score this week: 3.3 vs 1.8 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (3.4 vs 1.6 pts/game).
Roman Wilson and Zavion Thomas are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Roman Wilson hosts ATL (easy matchup) and Zavion Thomas travels to CAR (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Zavion Thomas for 3.3 PPR points to Roman Wilson's 1.8.
Start Zavion Thomas on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Wilson | Thomas |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 1.8 | 3.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 1.6 | 3.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 3.0 | - |
| Snap share | 31% | - |
| 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 Roman Wilson vs Zavion Thomas comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Roman Wilson or Zavion Thomas in Week 1?
Start Zavion Thomas in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 3.3 PPR points to Roman Wilson's 1.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Roman Wilson or Zavion Thomas?
Our Clutch Score projects Zavion Thomas for 3.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 1.8 for Roman Wilson.
Who has the better matchup, Roman Wilson or Zavion Thomas?
Roman Wilson hosts ATL (easy) and Zavion Thomas plays at CAR (hard). Roman Wilson 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.