Start Aaron Rodgers or Kyler Murray?
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
QBKyler MurrayMIN · QB38Who to start
Strong startKyler Murray- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.4 vs 10.8 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (16.7 vs 10.4 pts/game).
Aaron Rodgers and Kyler Murray are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Aaron Rodgers hosts ATL (medium matchup) and Kyler Murray hosts GB (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Kyler Murray for 16.4 PPR points to Aaron Rodgers's 10.8.
Start Kyler Murray on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Rodgers | Murray |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 10.8 | 16.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 10.4 | 16.7 |
| Points / game (season) | 14.6 | 16.2 |
| Snap share | 95% | 99% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 3 |
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 Kyler Murray comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Aaron Rodgers or Kyler Murray in Week 1?
Start Kyler Murray in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 16.4 PPR points to Aaron Rodgers's 10.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Aaron Rodgers or Kyler Murray?
Our Clutch Score projects Kyler Murray for 16.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.8 for Aaron Rodgers.
Who has the better matchup, Aaron Rodgers or Kyler Murray?
Aaron Rodgers hosts ATL (medium) and Kyler Murray hosts GB (hard). Aaron Rodgers 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.