Start Tory Horton or Tyquan Thornton?
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.
WRTory HortonOSEA · WR91
WRTyquan ThorntonKC · WR79Who to start
Clear startTyquan Thornton- Higher Clutch Score this week: 3.3 vs 0.1 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Healthier: no designation vs Out.
Tory Horton and Tyquan Thornton are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Tory Horton hosts NE (hard matchup) and Tyquan Thornton hosts DEN (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Tyquan Thornton for 3.3 PPR points to Tory Horton's 0.1.
Start Tyquan Thornton on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Horton | Thornton |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.1 | 3.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 5.4 | 3.7 |
| Points / game (season) | 8.1 | 5.8 |
| Snap share | 47% | 38% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 4 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Tory Horton vs Tyquan Thornton comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Tory Horton or Tyquan Thornton in Week 1?
Start Tyquan Thornton in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 3.3 PPR points to Tory Horton's 0.1.
Who is projected to score more this week, Tory Horton or Tyquan Thornton?
Our Clutch Score projects Tyquan Thornton for 3.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.1 for Tory Horton.
Who has the better matchup, Tory Horton or Tyquan Thornton?
Tory Horton hosts NE (hard) and Tyquan Thornton hosts DEN (hard). Tory Horton 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.