Start Alvin Kamara or Tyler Allgeier?
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
RBTyler AllgeierARI · RB38Who to start
Slight leanTyler Allgeier- Higher Clutch Score this week: 3.5 vs 3.3 projected points.
- Better matchup (at LAC, Medium).
Alvin Kamara and Tyler Allgeier are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Alvin Kamara travels to DET (hard matchup) and Tyler Allgeier travels to LAC (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Tyler Allgeier for 3.5 PPR points to Alvin Kamara's 3.3.
Start Tyler Allgeier on the softer matchup.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Kamara | Allgeier |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 3.3 | 3.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.7 | 4.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.2 | 7.2 |
| Snap share | 63% | 30% |
| Red-zone touches | 18 | 32 |
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 Tyler Allgeier comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Alvin Kamara or Tyler Allgeier in Week 1?
Start Tyler Allgeier in Week 1, on the softer matchup. The Clutch Score projects 3.5 PPR points to Alvin Kamara's 3.3.
Who is projected to score more this week, Alvin Kamara or Tyler Allgeier?
Our Clutch Score projects Tyler Allgeier for 3.5 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 3.3 for Alvin Kamara.
Who has the better matchup, Alvin Kamara or Tyler Allgeier?
Alvin Kamara plays at DET (hard) and Tyler Allgeier plays at LAC (medium). Tyler Allgeier 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.