Start Cam Ward or Sam Darnold?
Week 8 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
QBSam DarnoldSEA · QB22Who to start
Strong startSam Darnold- Higher Clutch Score this week: 18.0 vs 12.8 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (16.3 vs 14.2 projected points).
Cam Ward and Sam Darnold are a Week 8 start/sit call at quarterback. Cam Ward travels to CIN (hard matchup) and Sam Darnold hosts CHI (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Sam Darnold for 18.0 PPR points to Cam Ward's 12.8.
Start Sam Darnold on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Ward | Darnold |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 8) | 12.8 | 18.0 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 14.2 | 16.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 11.3 | 13.8 |
| Snap share | 100% | 89% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 2 |
Clutch Score is our Week 8 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Cam Ward vs Sam Darnold comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Cam Ward or Sam Darnold in Week 8?
Start Sam Darnold in Week 8, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 18.0 PPR points to Cam Ward's 12.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Cam Ward or Sam Darnold?
Our Clutch Score projects Sam Darnold for 18.0 PPR points in Week 8, compared with 12.8 for Cam Ward.
Who has the better matchup, Cam Ward or Sam Darnold?
Cam Ward plays at CIN (hard) and Sam Darnold hosts CHI (easy). Sam Darnold draws the more favorable matchup in Week 8.
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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.