Start Aaron Jones or Jordan Mason?
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.
RBAaron JonesMIN · RB40
RBJordan MasonMIN · RB35Who to start
Slight leanJordan Mason- Higher Clutch Score this week: 8.2 vs 7.4 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (9.0 vs 8.1 pts/game).
Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Aaron Jones hosts GB (hard matchup) and Jordan Mason hosts GB (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Jordan Mason for 8.2 PPR points to Aaron Jones's 7.4.
Start Jordan Mason on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Jones | Mason |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 7.4 | 8.2 |
| Baseline proj / game | 8.1 | 9.0 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.9 | 8.1 |
| Snap share | 55% | 44% |
| Red-zone touches | 19 | 27 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Aaron Jones vs Jordan Mason comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Aaron Jones or Jordan Mason in Week 1?
Start Jordan Mason in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 8.2 PPR points to Aaron Jones's 7.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Aaron Jones or Jordan Mason?
Our Clutch Score projects Jordan Mason for 8.2 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 7.4 for Aaron Jones.
Who has the better matchup, Aaron Jones or Jordan Mason?
Aaron Jones hosts GB (hard) and Jordan Mason hosts GB (hard). Aaron Jones 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.