Start Christian McCaffrey or David Montgomery?
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.
RBChristian McCaffreySF · RB18
RBDavid MontgomeryHOU · RB6Who to start
Clear startChristian McCaffrey- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.3 vs 13.9 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (17.1 vs 12.1 pts/game).
Christian McCaffrey and David Montgomery are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Christian McCaffrey travels to LAR (medium matchup) and David Montgomery hosts BUF (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Christian McCaffrey for 16.3 PPR points to David Montgomery's 13.9.
Start Christian McCaffrey on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | McCaffrey | Montgomery |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 16.3 | 13.9 |
| Baseline proj / game | 17.1 | 12.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 13.8 | 28.9 |
| Snap share | 55% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 6 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Christian McCaffrey vs David Montgomery comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Christian McCaffrey or David Montgomery in Week 1?
Start Christian McCaffrey in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 16.3 PPR points to David Montgomery's 13.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Christian McCaffrey or David Montgomery?
Our Clutch Score projects Christian McCaffrey for 16.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.9 for David Montgomery.
Who has the better matchup, Christian McCaffrey or David Montgomery?
Christian McCaffrey plays at LAR (medium) and David Montgomery hosts BUF (easy). David Montgomery 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.