Nico Collins or Brian Thomas Jr. Week 3 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Fantasy Football projections for WRs explored

Nico Collins and Brian Thomas Jr. have both had bright moments early in their NFL careers, but who will put on the stronger performance in Week 3?

Here's a look at both players' fantasy outlooks and a recommendation to help you dominate the competition this week:

Nico Collins at Carolina Panthers at Houston Texans - Source: Imagn

Nico Collins vs Brian Thomas Jr.: Who should you start?

Nico Collins fantasy outlook for Week 3

According to Sportskeeda's Who Should I Start Tool, the Houston Texans wide receiver is projected to earn a whopping 17.3 points against the Jaguars in Week 3.

Collins vs Thomas Week 3 - Sportskeeda's Who Should I Start Tool

Most of his production is set to come via receiving yards, with roughly six catches for 86 yards and a coin-flip chance at a touchdown, which would be his second of the year. Overall, the production total is worthy of being a WR1, but how does Brian Thomas Jr. stack up?

Brian Thomas Jr. fantasy outlook for Week 3

The Jacksonville Jaguars receiver is coming off a dominating rookie season. According to Sportskeeda's Who Should I Start Tool, Thomas is projected to earn about five catches for 77 yards and a 60% chance of a touchdown in what could be his best game of the season. He's worthy of a start as a high-end WR2 with WR1 upside.

Nico Collins vs Brian Thomas Jr. final verdict

The wide receivers are both in line for a big day in Week 3. Collins is projected to earn 17.3 points, while Brian Thomas Jr. is projected to earn 16.8 points. It's a close call, but Collins gets the nod, if for no other reason than Thomas' questionable designation heading into the game.

The receiver is dealing with a wrist injury that has limited him in practice this week, so it is a mystery as to whether that will keep him from being able to catch as many targets as Collins. Start Collins and don't look back.