Start Derrick Henry or Omarion Hampton?
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
RBOmarion HamptonLAC · RB31Who to start
Clear startOmarion Hampton- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.4 vs 13.9 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs ARI, Easy).
Derrick Henry and Omarion Hampton are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Derrick Henry travels to IND (medium matchup) and Omarion Hampton hosts ARI (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Omarion Hampton for 16.4 PPR points to Derrick Henry's 13.9.
Start Omarion Hampton on the softer matchup.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Henry | Hampton |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 16.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.5 | 14.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 35.3 | 8.3 |
| 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 Omarion Hampton comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Derrick Henry or Omarion Hampton in Week 1?
Start Omarion Hampton in Week 1, on the softer matchup. The Clutch Score projects 16.4 PPR points to Derrick Henry's 13.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Derrick Henry or Omarion Hampton?
Our Clutch Score projects Omarion Hampton for 16.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 13.9 for Derrick Henry.
Who has the better matchup, Derrick Henry or Omarion Hampton?
Derrick Henry plays at IND (medium) and Omarion Hampton hosts ARI (easy). Omarion Hampton 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.