Start Drew Allar or Riley Leonard?
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
QBRiley LeonardIND · QB48Who to start
Slight leanDrew Allar- Higher Clutch Score this week: 1.3 vs 0.7 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (1.3 vs 0.7 pts/game).
Drew Allar and Riley Leonard are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Drew Allar hosts ATL (medium matchup) and Riley Leonard hosts BAL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Drew Allar for 1.3 PPR points to Riley Leonard's 0.7.
Start Drew Allar on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Allar | Leonard |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 1.3 | 0.7 |
| Baseline proj / game | 1.3 | 0.7 |
| Points / game (season) | - | 6.4 |
| Snap share | - | 10% |
| Red-zone touches | - | 2 |
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 Riley Leonard comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Drew Allar or Riley Leonard in Week 1?
Start Drew Allar in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 1.3 PPR points to Riley Leonard's 0.7.
Who is projected to score more this week, Drew Allar or Riley Leonard?
Our Clutch Score projects Drew Allar for 1.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.7 for Riley Leonard.
Who has the better matchup, Drew Allar or Riley Leonard?
Drew Allar hosts ATL (medium) and Riley Leonard hosts BAL (medium). Riley Leonard 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.