Start Cam Ward or Dak Prescott?
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.
QBCam WardTEN · QB25
QBDak PrescottDAL · QB18Who to start
Strong startDak Prescott- Higher Clutch Score this week: 17.9 vs 13.4 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (17.9 vs 13.4 pts/game).
Cam Ward and Dak Prescott are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Cam Ward hosts NYJ (medium matchup) and Dak Prescott travels to NYG (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Dak Prescott for 17.9 PPR points to Cam Ward's 13.4.
Start Dak Prescott on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Ward | Prescott |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.4 | 17.9 |
| Baseline proj / game | 13.4 | 17.9 |
| Points / game (season) | 11.7 | 15.4 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 0 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Cam Ward vs Dak Prescott comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Cam Ward or Dak Prescott in Week 1?
Start Dak Prescott in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 17.9 PPR points to Cam Ward's 13.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Cam Ward or Dak Prescott?
Our Clutch Score projects Dak Prescott for 17.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.4 for Cam Ward.
Who has the better matchup, Cam Ward or Dak Prescott?
Cam Ward hosts NYJ (medium) and Dak Prescott plays at NYG (medium). Cam Ward 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.