Start David Montgomery or Tony Pollard?
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
RBTony PollardTEN · RB41Who to start
Clear startDavid Montgomery- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.9 vs 10.8 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (12.1 vs 9.4 pts/game).
David Montgomery and Tony Pollard are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. David Montgomery hosts BUF (easy matchup) and Tony Pollard hosts NYJ (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects David Montgomery for 13.9 PPR points to Tony Pollard's 10.8.
Start David Montgomery on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Montgomery | Pollard |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 10.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 12.1 | 9.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 28.9 | 4.4 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 0 |
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 Tony Pollard comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start David Montgomery or Tony Pollard in Week 1?
Start David Montgomery in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 13.9 PPR points to Tony Pollard's 10.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, David Montgomery or Tony Pollard?
Our Clutch Score projects David Montgomery for 13.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.8 for Tony Pollard.
Who has the better matchup, David Montgomery or Tony Pollard?
David Montgomery hosts BUF (easy) and Tony Pollard hosts NYJ (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.