Start Derrick Henry or Jahmyr Gibbs?
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.
RBDerrick HenryBAL · RB1
RBJahmyr GibbsDET · RB2Who to start
Clear startJahmyr Gibbs- Higher Clutch Score this week: 17.2 vs 13.9 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (19.5 vs 14.5 pts/game).
Derrick Henry and Jahmyr Gibbs are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Derrick Henry travels to IND (medium matchup) and Jahmyr Gibbs hosts NO (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Jahmyr Gibbs for 17.2 PPR points to Derrick Henry's 13.9.
Start Jahmyr Gibbs on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Henry | Gibbs |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 17.2 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.5 | 19.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 35.3 | 33.6 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 8 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Derrick Henry vs Jahmyr Gibbs comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Derrick Henry or Jahmyr Gibbs in Week 1?
Start Jahmyr Gibbs in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 17.2 PPR points to Derrick Henry's 13.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Derrick Henry or Jahmyr Gibbs?
Our Clutch Score projects Jahmyr Gibbs for 17.2 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.9 for Derrick Henry.
Who has the better matchup, Derrick Henry or Jahmyr Gibbs?
Derrick Henry plays at IND (medium) and Jahmyr Gibbs hosts NO (hard). Derrick Henry 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.