Start Connor Heyward or Zavier Scott?
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
RBZavier ScottCHI · RB69Who to start
Slight leanConnor Heyward- Higher Clutch Score this week: 0.8 vs 0.4 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (0.9 vs 0.3 pts/game).
Connor Heyward and Zavier Scott are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Connor Heyward hosts MIA (medium matchup) and Zavier Scott travels to CAR (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Connor Heyward for 0.8 PPR points to Zavier Scott's 0.4.
Start Connor Heyward on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Heyward | Scott |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 0.9 | 0.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 1.6 | 2.5 |
| Snap share | 8% | 11% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 6 |
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 Zavier Scott comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Connor Heyward or Zavier Scott in Week 1?
Start Connor Heyward in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 0.8 PPR points to Zavier Scott's 0.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Connor Heyward or Zavier Scott?
Our Clutch Score projects Connor Heyward for 0.8 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.4 for Zavier Scott.
Who has the better matchup, Connor Heyward or Zavier Scott?
Connor Heyward hosts MIA (medium) and Zavier Scott plays at CAR (easy). Zavier Scott 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.