Start Treylon Burks 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.
Who to start
Clear start- Higher Clutch Score this week: 3.3 vs 1.6 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (3.4 vs 2.0 pts/game).
Treylon Burks and Zavion Thomas are a Week 1 start/sit call at wide receiver. Treylon Burks travels to PHI (hard matchup) and Zavion Thomas travels to CAR (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Zavion Thomas for 3.3 PPR points to Treylon Burks's 1.6.
Start Zavion Thomas on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Burks | Thomas |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 1.6 | 3.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 2.0 | 3.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 3.6 | - |
| Snap share | 58% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Treylon Burks vs Zavion Thomas comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Treylon Burks 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 Treylon Burks's 1.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Treylon Burks or Zavion Thomas?
Our Clutch Score projects Zavion Thomas for 3.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 1.6 for Treylon Burks.
Who has the better matchup, Treylon Burks or Zavion Thomas?
Treylon Burks plays at PHI (hard) and Zavion Thomas plays at CAR (hard). Treylon Burks 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.