Start Daniel Jones or Sam Darnold?
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.
QBDaniel JonesIND · QB27
QBSam DarnoldOSEA · QB34Who to start
Strong startDaniel Jones- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.1 vs 0.4 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs BAL, Medium).
- Healthier: no designation vs Out.
Daniel Jones and Sam Darnold are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Daniel Jones hosts BAL (medium matchup) and Sam Darnold hosts NE (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Daniel Jones for 13.1 PPR points to Sam Darnold's 0.4.
Start Daniel Jones on the softer matchup and the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Jones | Darnold |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.1 | 0.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 13.1 | 15.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 10.0 | 0.5 |
| Snap share | 0% | 10% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 0 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Daniel Jones vs Sam Darnold comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Daniel Jones or Sam Darnold in Week 1?
Start Daniel Jones in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 13.1 PPR points to Sam Darnold's 0.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Daniel Jones or Sam Darnold?
Our Clutch Score projects Daniel Jones for 13.1 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.4 for Sam Darnold.
Who has the better matchup, Daniel Jones or Sam Darnold?
Daniel Jones hosts BAL (medium) and Sam Darnold hosts NE (hard). Daniel Jones 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.