Start David Montgomery or Tony Pollard?
Week 8 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 MontgomeryOHOU · RB19
RBTony PollardTEN · RB30Who to start
Only optionTony Pollard- David Montgomery is on a bye this week, so Tony Pollard is the only one who plays.
David Montgomery and Tony Pollard are a Week 8 start/sit call at running back. David Montgomery is on a bye and Tony Pollard travels to CIN (hard matchup).
David Montgomery is on a bye this week, so Tony Pollard is the only one who can play.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Montgomery | Pollard |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 8) | - | 10.9 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 12.1 | 12.1 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.1 | 12.5 |
| Snap share | 46% | 58% |
| Red-zone touches | 9 | 25 |
Clutch Score is our Week 8 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long David Montgomery vs Tony Pollard comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start David Montgomery or Tony Pollard in Week 8?
Start Tony Pollard in Week 8. David Montgomery is on a bye.
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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.