Start Alvin Kamara or Dylan Sampson?
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.
RBAlvin KamaraNO · RB45
RBDylan SampsonCLE · RB53Who to start
Clear startDylan Sampson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 5.0 vs 3.3 projected points.
- Better matchup (at JAX, Medium).
- Stronger baseline projection (5.2 vs 3.7 pts/game).
Alvin Kamara and Dylan Sampson are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Alvin Kamara travels to DET (hard matchup) and Dylan Sampson travels to JAX (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Dylan Sampson for 5.0 PPR points to Alvin Kamara's 3.3.
Start Dylan Sampson on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Kamara | Sampson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 3.3 | 5.0 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.7 | 5.2 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.2 | 5.8 |
| Snap share | 63% | 25% |
| Red-zone touches | 18 | 11 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Alvin Kamara vs Dylan Sampson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Alvin Kamara or Dylan Sampson in Week 1?
Start Dylan Sampson in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 5.0 PPR points to Alvin Kamara's 3.3.
Who is projected to score more this week, Alvin Kamara or Dylan Sampson?
Our Clutch Score projects Dylan Sampson for 5.0 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 3.3 for Alvin Kamara.
Who has the better matchup, Alvin Kamara or Dylan Sampson?
Alvin Kamara plays at DET (hard) and Dylan Sampson plays at JAX (medium). Dylan Sampson 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.