Start Aaron Jones or Woody Marks?
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
RBWoody MarksHOU · RB29Who to start
Clear startAaron Jones- Higher Clutch Score this week: 7.9 vs 5.4 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (8.1 vs 4.9 pts/game).
Aaron Jones and Woody Marks are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Aaron Jones hosts GB (hard matchup) and Woody Marks hosts BUF (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Aaron Jones for 7.9 PPR points to Woody Marks's 5.4.
Start Aaron Jones on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Jones | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 7.9 | 5.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 8.1 | 4.9 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.9 | 9.4 |
| Snap share | 55% | 53% |
| Red-zone touches | 19 | 40 |
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 Woody Marks comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Aaron Jones or Woody Marks in Week 1?
Start Aaron Jones in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 7.9 PPR points to Woody Marks's 5.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Aaron Jones or Woody Marks?
Our Clutch Score projects Aaron Jones for 7.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 5.4 for Woody Marks.
Who has the better matchup, Aaron Jones or Woody Marks?
Aaron Jones hosts GB (hard) and Woody Marks hosts BUF (easy). Woody Marks 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.