Start David Montgomery or Javonte Williams?
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.
RBDavid MontgomeryHOU · RB6
RBJavonte WilliamsDAL · RB8Who to start
Slight leanJavonte Williams- Higher Clutch Score this week: 14.3 vs 13.9 projected points.
David Montgomery and Javonte Williams are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. David Montgomery hosts BUF (easy matchup) and Javonte Williams travels to NYG (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Javonte Williams for 14.3 PPR points to David Montgomery's 13.9.
Start Javonte Williams on a higher weekly projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Montgomery | Williams |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 14.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 12.1 | 12.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 28.9 | 24.2 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 5 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long David Montgomery vs Javonte Williams comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start David Montgomery or Javonte Williams in Week 1?
Start Javonte Williams in Week 1, on a higher weekly projection. The Clutch Score projects 14.3 PPR points to David Montgomery's 13.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, David Montgomery or Javonte Williams?
Our Clutch Score projects Javonte Williams for 14.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.9 for David Montgomery.
Who has the better matchup, David Montgomery or Javonte Williams?
David Montgomery hosts BUF (easy) and Javonte Williams plays at NYG (easy). David Montgomery 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.