Start Dylan Sampson or Mike Washington?
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.
RBDylan SampsonCLE · RB53
RBMike WashingtonLVWho to start
Clear startMike Washington- Higher Clutch Score this week: 5.5 vs 4.4 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs MIA, Medium).
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
Dylan Sampson and Mike Washington are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Dylan Sampson travels to JAX (medium matchup) and Mike Washington hosts MIA (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Mike Washington for 5.5 PPR points to Dylan Sampson's 4.4.
Start Mike Washington on the softer matchup and the higher-scoring game.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Sampson | Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.4 | 5.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 5.2 | 5.7 |
| 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 Mike Washington comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Dylan Sampson or Mike Washington in Week 1?
Start Mike Washington in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the higher-scoring game. The Clutch Score projects 5.5 PPR points to Dylan Sampson's 4.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Dylan Sampson or Mike Washington?
Our Clutch Score projects Mike Washington for 5.5 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 4.4 for Dylan Sampson.
Who has the better matchup, Dylan Sampson or Mike Washington?
Dylan Sampson plays at JAX (medium) and Mike Washington hosts MIA (medium). Mike Washington 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.