Start Aaron Rodgers or Daniel Jones?
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.
QBAaron RodgersPIT · QB18
QBDaniel JonesIND · QB17Who to start
Clear startDaniel Jones- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.4 vs 10.8 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs BAL, Medium).
- Stronger baseline projection (13.1 vs 10.4 pts/game).
Aaron Rodgers and Daniel Jones are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Aaron Rodgers hosts ATL (medium matchup) and Daniel Jones hosts BAL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Daniel Jones for 13.4 PPR points to Aaron Rodgers's 10.8.
Start Daniel Jones on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Rodgers | Jones |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 10.8 | 13.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 10.4 | 13.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 14.6 | 18.0 |
| Snap share | 95% | 91% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 15 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Aaron Rodgers vs Daniel Jones comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Aaron Rodgers or Daniel Jones in Week 1?
Start Daniel Jones in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 13.4 PPR points to Aaron Rodgers's 10.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Aaron Rodgers or Daniel Jones?
Our Clutch Score projects Daniel Jones for 13.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.8 for Aaron Rodgers.
Who has the better matchup, Aaron Rodgers or Daniel Jones?
Aaron Rodgers hosts ATL (medium) and Daniel Jones hosts BAL (medium). Daniel 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.