Start Christian McCaffrey or Kyren Williams?

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.

RBChristian McCaffreyQSF · RB3

ByeClutch · Wk 8On bye

RBKyren WilliamsLAR · RB17

22.1Clutch · Wk 8vs LAC

Who to start

Only option

Kyren Williams

Christian McCaffrey is on a bye this week, so Kyren Williams is the only one who plays.

Christian McCaffrey and Kyren Williams are a Week 8 start/sit call at running back. Christian McCaffrey is on a bye and Kyren Williams hosts LAC (easy matchup).

Christian McCaffrey is on a bye this week, so Kyren Williams is the only one who can play.

This week, side by side

Stat	McCaffrey	Williams
Clutch Score (Wk 8)	-	22.1
Baseline proj (week)	17.1	19.7
Points / game (season)	20.6	19.6
Snap share	69%	68%
Red-zone touches	24	22

Clutch Score is our Week 8 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.

Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Christian McCaffrey vs Kyren Williams comparison.

Frequently asked

Should I start Christian McCaffrey or Kyren Williams in Week 8?

Start Kyren Williams in Week 8. Christian McCaffrey is on a bye.

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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.