Start David Montgomery or Jonathan Taylor?
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
RBJonathan TaylorIND · RB7Who to start
Clear startJonathan Taylor- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.6 vs 13.9 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (16.0 vs 12.1 pts/game).
David Montgomery and Jonathan Taylor are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. David Montgomery hosts BUF (easy matchup) and Jonathan Taylor hosts BAL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Jonathan Taylor for 16.6 PPR points to David Montgomery's 13.9.
Start Jonathan Taylor on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Montgomery | Taylor |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 16.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 12.1 | 16.0 |
| Points / game (season) | 28.9 | 25.1 |
| 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 Jonathan Taylor comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start David Montgomery or Jonathan Taylor in Week 1?
Start Jonathan Taylor in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 16.6 PPR points to David Montgomery's 13.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, David Montgomery or Jonathan Taylor?
Our Clutch Score projects Jonathan Taylor for 16.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.9 for David Montgomery.
Who has the better matchup, David Montgomery or Jonathan Taylor?
David Montgomery hosts BUF (easy) and Jonathan Taylor hosts BAL (medium). 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.