Start Derrick Henry or Rhamondre Stevenson?
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
RBRhamondre StevensonNE · RB16Who to start
Strong startDerrick Henry- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.9 vs 8.7 projected points.
- Better matchup (at IND, Medium).
- Stronger baseline projection (14.5 vs 9.9 pts/game).
Derrick Henry and Rhamondre Stevenson are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Derrick Henry travels to IND (medium matchup) and Rhamondre Stevenson travels to SEA (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Derrick Henry for 13.9 PPR points to Rhamondre Stevenson's 8.7.
Start Derrick Henry on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Henry | Stevenson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 8.7 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.5 | 9.9 |
| Points / game (season) | 35.3 | 14.5 |
| Snap share | 0% | 85% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 0 |
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 Rhamondre Stevenson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Derrick Henry or Rhamondre Stevenson in Week 1?
Start Derrick Henry in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 13.9 PPR points to Rhamondre Stevenson's 8.7.
Who is projected to score more this week, Derrick Henry or Rhamondre Stevenson?
Our Clutch Score projects Derrick Henry for 13.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 8.7 for Rhamondre Stevenson.
Who has the better matchup, Derrick Henry or Rhamondre Stevenson?
Derrick Henry plays at IND (medium) and Rhamondre Stevenson plays at SEA (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.