Start Deshaun Watson or Ty Simpson?
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.
QBDeshaun WatsonCLE · QB20
QBTy SimpsonOLARWho to start
Strong startDeshaun Watson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 5.3 vs 0.0 projected points.
- Healthier: no designation vs Out.
Deshaun Watson and Ty Simpson are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Deshaun Watson travels to JAX (hard matchup) and Ty Simpson hosts SF (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Deshaun Watson for 5.3 PPR points to Ty Simpson's 0.0.
Start Deshaun Watson on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Watson | Simpson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 5.3 | 0.0 |
| Baseline proj / game | 6.0 | 0.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 15.0 | - |
| Snap share | 0% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Deshaun Watson vs Ty Simpson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Deshaun Watson or Ty Simpson in Week 1?
Start Deshaun Watson in Week 1, on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 5.3 PPR points to Ty Simpson's 0.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Deshaun Watson or Ty Simpson?
Our Clutch Score projects Deshaun Watson for 5.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.0 for Ty Simpson.
Who has the better matchup, Deshaun Watson or Ty Simpson?
Deshaun Watson plays at JAX (hard) and Ty Simpson hosts SF (medium). Ty Simpson 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.