Start Drew Allar or Marcus Mariota?
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.
QBDrew AllarPIT
QBMarcus MariotaWAS · QB32Who to start
Slight leanDrew Allar- Higher Clutch Score this week: 1.3 vs 0.7 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs ATL, Medium).
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
Drew Allar and Marcus Mariota are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Drew Allar hosts ATL (medium matchup) and Marcus Mariota travels to PHI (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Drew Allar for 1.3 PPR points to Marcus Mariota's 0.7.
Start Drew Allar on the softer matchup and the higher-scoring game.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Allar | Mariota |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 1.3 | 0.7 |
| Baseline proj / game | 1.3 | 0.8 |
| Points / game (season) | - | 12.0 |
| Snap share | - | 54% |
| Red-zone touches | - | 7 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Drew Allar vs Marcus Mariota comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Drew Allar or Marcus Mariota in Week 1?
Start Drew Allar in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the higher-scoring game. The Clutch Score projects 1.3 PPR points to Marcus Mariota's 0.7.
Who is projected to score more this week, Drew Allar or Marcus Mariota?
Our Clutch Score projects Drew Allar for 1.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.7 for Marcus Mariota.
Who has the better matchup, Drew Allar or Marcus Mariota?
Drew Allar hosts ATL (medium) and Marcus Mariota plays at PHI (medium). Drew Allar 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.