Start Demond Claiborne or Ty Johnson?
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.
RBDemond ClaiborneMIN
RBTy JohnsonQBUF · RB46Who to start
Clear startTy Johnson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 2.7 vs 1.4 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (3.3 vs 1.5 pts/game).
Demond Claiborne and Ty Johnson are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Demond Claiborne hosts GB (hard matchup) and Ty Johnson travels to HOU (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Ty Johnson for 2.7 PPR points to Demond Claiborne's 1.4.
Start Ty Johnson on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Claiborne | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 1.4 | 2.7 |
| Baseline proj / game | 1.5 | 3.3 |
| Points / game (season) | - | 5.9 |
| Snap share | - | 29% |
| Red-zone touches | - | 23 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Demond Claiborne vs Ty Johnson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Demond Claiborne or Ty Johnson in Week 1?
Start Ty Johnson in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 2.7 PPR points to Demond Claiborne's 1.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Demond Claiborne or Ty Johnson?
Our Clutch Score projects Ty Johnson for 2.7 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 1.4 for Demond Claiborne.
Who has the better matchup, Demond Claiborne or Ty Johnson?
Demond Claiborne hosts GB (hard) and Ty Johnson plays at HOU (hard). Demond Claiborne 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.