Start Christian McCaffrey or De'Von Achane?
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
RBDe'Von AchaneMIA · RB23Who to start
Clear startChristian McCaffrey- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.3 vs 13.6 projected points.
- Better matchup (at LAR, Medium).
- Stronger baseline projection (17.1 vs 15.1 pts/game).
Christian McCaffrey and De'Von Achane are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Christian McCaffrey travels to LAR (medium matchup) and De'Von Achane travels to LV (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Christian McCaffrey for 16.3 PPR points to De'Von Achane's 13.6.
Start Christian McCaffrey on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | McCaffrey | Achane |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 16.3 | 13.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 17.1 | 15.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 13.8 | 10.6 |
| Snap share | 55% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 3 |
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 De'Von Achane comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Christian McCaffrey or De'Von Achane in Week 1?
Start Christian McCaffrey in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 16.3 PPR points to De'Von Achane's 13.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Christian McCaffrey or De'Von Achane?
Our Clutch Score projects Christian McCaffrey for 16.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.6 for De'Von Achane.
Who has the better matchup, Christian McCaffrey or De'Von Achane?
Christian McCaffrey plays at LAR (medium) and De'Von Achane plays at LV (hard). Christian McCaffrey 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.