Start Ashton Jeanty or Christian McCaffrey?
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.
RBAshton JeantyLV · RB3
RBChristian McCaffreySF · RB18Who to start
Clear startChristian McCaffrey- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.3 vs 14.6 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (17.1 vs 14.9 pts/game).
Ashton Jeanty and Christian McCaffrey are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Ashton Jeanty hosts MIA (medium matchup) and Christian McCaffrey travels to LAR (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Christian McCaffrey for 16.3 PPR points to Ashton Jeanty's 14.6.
Start Christian McCaffrey on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Jeanty | McCaffrey |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 14.6 | 16.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.9 | 17.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 32.7 | 13.8 |
| Snap share | 0% | 55% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 2 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Ashton Jeanty vs Christian McCaffrey comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Ashton Jeanty or Christian McCaffrey in Week 1?
Start Christian McCaffrey in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 16.3 PPR points to Ashton Jeanty's 14.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Ashton Jeanty or Christian McCaffrey?
Our Clutch Score projects Christian McCaffrey for 16.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 14.6 for Ashton Jeanty.
Who has the better matchup, Ashton Jeanty or Christian McCaffrey?
Ashton Jeanty hosts MIA (medium) and Christian McCaffrey plays at LAR (medium). Ashton Jeanty 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.