Start Connor Heyward or Jaydn Ott?
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.
RBConnor HeywardLV · RB78
RBJaydn OttKCWho to start
Slight leanConnor Heyward- Higher Clutch Score this week: 0.8 vs 0.6 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs MIA, Medium).
Connor Heyward and Jaydn Ott are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Connor Heyward hosts MIA (medium matchup) and Jaydn Ott hosts DEN (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Connor Heyward for 0.8 PPR points to Jaydn Ott's 0.6.
Start Connor Heyward on the softer matchup.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Heyward | Ott |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.8 | 0.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 0.9 | 0.7 |
| Points / game (season) | 1.6 | - |
| Snap share | 8% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Connor Heyward vs Jaydn Ott comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Connor Heyward or Jaydn Ott in Week 1?
Start Connor Heyward in Week 1, on the softer matchup. The Clutch Score projects 0.8 PPR points to Jaydn Ott's 0.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Connor Heyward or Jaydn Ott?
Our Clutch Score projects Connor Heyward for 0.8 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.6 for Jaydn Ott.
Who has the better matchup, Connor Heyward or Jaydn Ott?
Connor Heyward hosts MIA (medium) and Jaydn Ott hosts DEN (hard). Connor Heyward 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.