Start Ashton Jeanty or Tony Pollard?
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.
Who to start
Strong start- Higher Clutch Score this week: 14.6 vs 10.8 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (14.9 vs 9.4 pts/game).
Ashton Jeanty and Tony Pollard are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Ashton Jeanty hosts MIA (medium matchup) and Tony Pollard hosts NYJ (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Ashton Jeanty for 14.6 PPR points to Tony Pollard's 10.8.
Start Ashton Jeanty on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Jeanty | Pollard |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 14.6 | 10.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.9 | 9.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 32.7 | 4.4 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 0 |
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 Tony Pollard comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Ashton Jeanty or Tony Pollard in Week 1?
Start Ashton Jeanty in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 14.6 PPR points to Tony Pollard's 10.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Ashton Jeanty or Tony Pollard?
Our Clutch Score projects Ashton Jeanty for 14.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.8 for Tony Pollard.
Who has the better matchup, Ashton Jeanty or Tony Pollard?
Ashton Jeanty hosts MIA (medium) and Tony Pollard hosts NYJ (easy). Tony Pollard 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.