Start Aaron Rodgers or Geno Smith?
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 · QB24
QBGeno SmithNYJ · QB28Who to start
Strong startGeno Smith- Higher Clutch Score this week: 15.1 vs 11.6 projected points.
- Better matchup (at TEN, Easy).
- Stronger baseline projection (13.1 vs 10.4 pts/game).
Aaron Rodgers and Geno Smith are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Aaron Rodgers hosts ATL (medium matchup) and Geno Smith travels to TEN (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Geno Smith for 15.1 PPR points to Aaron Rodgers's 11.6.
Start Geno Smith on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Rodgers | Smith |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 11.6 | 15.1 |
| Baseline proj / game | 10.4 | 13.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 12.5 | 9.3 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
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 Geno Smith comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Aaron Rodgers or Geno Smith in Week 1?
Start Geno Smith in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 15.1 PPR points to Aaron Rodgers's 11.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Aaron Rodgers or Geno Smith?
Our Clutch Score projects Geno Smith for 15.1 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 11.6 for Aaron Rodgers.
Who has the better matchup, Aaron Rodgers or Geno Smith?
Aaron Rodgers hosts ATL (medium) and Geno Smith plays at TEN (easy). Geno Smith 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.