Start Alvin Kamara or Emmett Johnson?
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 KamaraQNO · RB45
RBEmmett JohnsonKCWho to start
Slight leanEmmett Johnson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 3.5 vs 2.8 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Healthier: no designation vs Questionable.
Alvin Kamara and Emmett Johnson are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Alvin Kamara travels to DET (hard matchup) and Emmett Johnson hosts DEN (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Emmett Johnson for 3.5 PPR points to Alvin Kamara's 2.8.
Start Emmett Johnson on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Kamara | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 2.8 | 3.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.7 | 3.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.2 | - |
| Snap share | 63% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 18 | - |
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 Emmett Johnson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Alvin Kamara or Emmett Johnson in Week 1?
Start Emmett Johnson in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 3.5 PPR points to Alvin Kamara's 2.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Alvin Kamara or Emmett Johnson?
Our Clutch Score projects Emmett Johnson for 3.5 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 2.8 for Alvin Kamara.
Who has the better matchup, Alvin Kamara or Emmett Johnson?
Alvin Kamara plays at DET (hard) and Emmett Johnson hosts DEN (hard). Alvin Kamara 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.