Start Derrick Henry or Kyren Williams?
Week 8 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 · RB9
RBKyren WilliamsLAR · RB17Who to start
Strong startKyren Williams- Higher Clutch Score this week: 22.1 vs 17.7 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (19.7 vs 15.8 projected points).
Derrick Henry and Kyren Williams are a Week 8 start/sit call at running back. Derrick Henry travels to BUF (easy matchup) and Kyren Williams hosts LAC (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Kyren Williams for 22.1 PPR points to Derrick Henry's 17.7.
Start Kyren Williams on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Henry | Williams |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 8) | 17.7 | 22.1 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 15.8 | 19.7 |
| Points / game (season) | 17.5 | 19.6 |
| Snap share | 57% | 68% |
| Red-zone touches | 35 | 22 |
Clutch Score is our Week 8 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Derrick Henry vs Kyren Williams comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Derrick Henry or Kyren Williams in Week 8?
Start Kyren Williams in Week 8, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 22.1 PPR points to Derrick Henry's 17.7.
Who is projected to score more this week, Derrick Henry or Kyren Williams?
Our Clutch Score projects Kyren Williams for 22.1 PPR points in Week 8, compared with 17.7 for Derrick Henry.
Who has the better matchup, Derrick Henry or Kyren Williams?
Derrick Henry plays at BUF (easy) and Kyren Williams hosts LAC (easy). Derrick Henry draws the more favorable matchup in Week 8.
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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.