Start Derrick Henry or Rico Dowdle?
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
RBRico DowdlePIT · RB44Who to start
Strong startDerrick Henry- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.9 vs 9.5 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (14.5 vs 9.5 pts/game).
Derrick Henry and Rico Dowdle are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Derrick Henry travels to IND (medium matchup) and Rico Dowdle hosts ATL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Derrick Henry for 13.9 PPR points to Rico Dowdle's 9.5.
Start Derrick Henry on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Henry | Dowdle |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.9 | 9.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 14.5 | 9.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 35.3 | 4.1 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 1 |
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 Rico Dowdle comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Derrick Henry or Rico Dowdle in Week 1?
Start Derrick Henry in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 13.9 PPR points to Rico Dowdle's 9.5.
Who is projected to score more this week, Derrick Henry or Rico Dowdle?
Our Clutch Score projects Derrick Henry for 13.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 9.5 for Rico Dowdle.
Who has the better matchup, Derrick Henry or Rico Dowdle?
Derrick Henry plays at IND (medium) and Rico Dowdle hosts ATL (medium). Rico Dowdle 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.