Start Brian Robinson 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.
RBBrian RobinsonATL · RB61
RBEmmett JohnsonKCWho to start
Slight leanEmmett Johnson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 3.5 vs 3.3 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
Brian Robinson and Emmett Johnson are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Brian Robinson travels to PIT (hard matchup) and Emmett Johnson hosts DEN (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Emmett Johnson for 3.5 PPR points to Brian Robinson's 3.3.
Start Emmett Johnson on the higher-scoring game.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Robinson | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 3.3 | 3.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 4.1 | 3.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 3.7 | - |
| Snap share | 17% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 14 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Brian Robinson vs Emmett Johnson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Brian Robinson or Emmett Johnson in Week 1?
Start Emmett Johnson in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game. The Clutch Score projects 3.5 PPR points to Brian Robinson's 3.3.
Who is projected to score more this week, Brian Robinson or Emmett Johnson?
Our Clutch Score projects Emmett Johnson for 3.5 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 3.3 for Brian Robinson.
Who has the better matchup, Brian Robinson or Emmett Johnson?
Brian Robinson plays at PIT (hard) and Emmett Johnson hosts DEN (hard). Brian Robinson 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.