Start Cam Ward or Josh Allen?
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
QBJosh AllenBUF · QB1Who to start
Strong startJosh Allen- Higher Clutch Score this week: 19.1 vs 11.6 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (21.3 vs 13.4 pts/game).
Cam Ward and Josh Allen are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Cam Ward hosts NYJ (medium matchup) and Josh Allen travels to HOU (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Josh Allen for 19.1 PPR points to Cam Ward's 11.6.
Start Josh Allen on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Ward | Allen |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 11.6 | 19.1 |
| Baseline proj / game | 13.4 | 21.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 11.7 | 35.7 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
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 Josh Allen comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Cam Ward or Josh Allen in Week 1?
Start Josh Allen in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 19.1 PPR points to Cam Ward's 11.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Cam Ward or Josh Allen?
Our Clutch Score projects Josh Allen for 19.1 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 11.6 for Cam Ward.
Who has the better matchup, Cam Ward or Josh Allen?
Cam Ward hosts NYJ (medium) and Josh Allen plays at HOU (hard). 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.