Start Alvin Kamara or Ray Davis?
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
RBRay DavisBUF · RB59Who to start
Slight leanRay Davis- Higher Clutch Score this week: 3.4 vs 2.8 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Healthier: no designation vs Questionable.
Alvin Kamara and Ray Davis are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Alvin Kamara travels to DET (hard matchup) and Ray Davis travels to HOU (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Ray Davis for 3.4 PPR points to Alvin Kamara's 2.8.
Start Ray Davis on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Kamara | Davis |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 2.8 | 3.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.7 | 3.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.2 | 3.8 |
| Snap share | 63% | 11% |
| 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 Ray Davis comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Alvin Kamara or Ray Davis in Week 1?
Start Ray Davis in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 3.4 PPR points to Alvin Kamara's 2.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Alvin Kamara or Ray Davis?
Our Clutch Score projects Ray Davis for 3.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 2.8 for Alvin Kamara.
Who has the better matchup, Alvin Kamara or Ray Davis?
Alvin Kamara plays at DET (hard) and Ray Davis plays at HOU (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.