Start Derrick Henry or Javonte Williams?
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
RBJavonte WilliamsDAL · RB8Who to start
Slight leanJavonte Williams- Higher Clutch Score this week: 14.3 vs 13.9 projected points.
- Better matchup (at NYG, Easy).
Derrick Henry and Javonte Williams are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Derrick Henry travels to IND (medium matchup) and Javonte Williams travels to NYG (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Javonte Williams for 14.3 PPR points to Derrick Henry's 13.9.
Start Javonte Williams on the softer matchup.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Henry | Williams |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 14.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.5 | 12.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 35.3 | 24.2 |
| 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 Derrick Henry vs Javonte Williams comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Derrick Henry or Javonte Williams in Week 1?
Start Javonte Williams in Week 1, on the softer matchup. The Clutch Score projects 14.3 PPR points to Derrick Henry's 13.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Derrick Henry or Javonte Williams?
Our Clutch Score projects Javonte Williams for 14.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.9 for Derrick Henry.
Who has the better matchup, Derrick Henry or Javonte Williams?
Derrick Henry plays at IND (medium) and Javonte Williams plays at NYG (easy). Javonte Williams 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.