Start Christian McCaffrey or Derrick Henry?
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
RBDerrick HenryBAL · RB1Who to start
Clear startChristian McCaffrey- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.3 vs 13.9 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (17.1 vs 14.5 pts/game).
Christian McCaffrey and Derrick Henry are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Christian McCaffrey travels to LAR (medium matchup) and Derrick Henry travels to IND (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Christian McCaffrey for 16.3 PPR points to Derrick Henry's 13.9.
Start Christian McCaffrey on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | McCaffrey | Henry |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 16.3 | 13.9 |
| Baseline proj / game | 17.1 | 14.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 13.8 | 35.3 |
| 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 Derrick Henry comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Christian McCaffrey or Derrick Henry in Week 1?
Start Christian McCaffrey in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 16.3 PPR points to Derrick Henry's 13.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Christian McCaffrey or Derrick Henry?
Our Clutch Score projects Christian McCaffrey for 16.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.9 for Derrick Henry.
Who has the better matchup, Christian McCaffrey or Derrick Henry?
Christian McCaffrey plays at LAR (medium) and Derrick Henry plays at IND (medium). Derrick Henry 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.