Start Derrick Henry or Jaylen Warren?
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.
Who to start
Strong start- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.9 vs 10.1 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (14.5 vs 10.0 pts/game).
Derrick Henry and Jaylen Warren are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Derrick Henry travels to IND (medium matchup) and Jaylen Warren hosts ATL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Derrick Henry for 13.9 PPR points to Jaylen Warren's 10.1.
Start Derrick Henry on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Henry | Warren |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 10.1 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.5 | 10.0 |
| Points / game (season) | 35.3 | 10.3 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 2 |
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 Jaylen Warren comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Derrick Henry or Jaylen Warren in Week 1?
Start Derrick Henry in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 13.9 PPR points to Jaylen Warren's 10.1.
Who is projected to score more this week, Derrick Henry or Jaylen Warren?
Our Clutch Score projects Derrick Henry for 13.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.1 for Jaylen Warren.
Who has the better matchup, Derrick Henry or Jaylen Warren?
Derrick Henry plays at IND (medium) and Jaylen Warren hosts ATL (medium). Jaylen Warren draws the more favorable matchup in Week 1.
More start/sit calls
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.