Start Dylan Sampson or Jonah Coleman?
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.
Who to start
Clear start- Higher Clutch Score this week: 4.4 vs 3.4 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (5.2 vs 3.8 pts/game).
Dylan Sampson and Jonah Coleman are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Dylan Sampson travels to JAX (medium matchup) and Jonah Coleman travels to KC (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Dylan Sampson for 4.4 PPR points to Jonah Coleman's 3.4.
Start Dylan Sampson on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Sampson | Coleman |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.4 | 3.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 5.2 | 3.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 5.8 | - |
| Snap share | 25% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Dylan Sampson vs Jonah Coleman comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Dylan Sampson or Jonah Coleman in Week 1?
Start Dylan Sampson in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 4.4 PPR points to Jonah Coleman's 3.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Dylan Sampson or Jonah Coleman?
Our Clutch Score projects Dylan Sampson for 4.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 3.4 for Jonah Coleman.
Who has the better matchup, Dylan Sampson or Jonah Coleman?
Dylan Sampson plays at JAX (medium) and Jonah Coleman plays at KC (medium). Jonah Coleman draws the more favorable matchup in Week 1.
More start/sit calls
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.