Brian Thomas · Luther Burden · 2026 week 1
Wondering who you should start this week — Brian Thomas or Luther Burden? The start/sit call and the numbers behind it are below, plus who wins a straight-up trade. Rebuilt nightly.
| Player | Wk 1 | Proj (PPR) | Matchup | Form L3 | Trade value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thomas | vs CLE | 10.5 | 22nd | 6.5 | 1,240 | healthy |
| Luther Burden START | @ CAR | 13.5 | 25th · tough | 16.6 | 2,405 | Questionable |
WRs vs CLE recently: Khalil Shakir 3.4 pts (W16) · Scotty Miller 2.5 pts (W17) · Ja'Marr Chase 15.6 pts (W18).
WRs vs CAR recently: Mike Evans 9.1 pts (W16) · Jaxon Smith-Njigba 7.2 pts (W17) · Mike Evans 3.4 pts (W18).
Luther Burden carries the higher trade value — 2,405 against 1,240 (a 48% gap). In a one-for-one, the side receiving Luther Burden gets the most. Momentum: Brian Thomas -699 and Luther Burden -672 over the last 30 days.
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