Start Brian Robinson or James Conner?
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
RBJames ConnerQARI · RB75Who to start
Clear startBrian Robinson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 3.6 vs 2.6 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Healthier: no designation vs Questionable.
Brian Robinson and James Conner are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Brian Robinson travels to PIT (hard matchup) and James Conner travels to LAC (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Brian Robinson for 3.6 PPR points to James Conner's 2.6.
Start Brian Robinson on the higher-scoring game, the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Robinson | Conner |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 3.6 | 2.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 4.1 | 3.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 3.7 | 11.1 |
| Snap share | 17% | 50% |
| Red-zone touches | 14 | 5 |
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 James Conner comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Brian Robinson or James Conner in Week 1?
Start Brian Robinson in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game, the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 3.6 PPR points to James Conner's 2.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Brian Robinson or James Conner?
Our Clutch Score projects Brian Robinson for 3.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 2.6 for James Conner.
Who has the better matchup, Brian Robinson or James Conner?
Brian Robinson plays at PIT (hard) and James Conner plays at LAC (medium). James Conner 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.