Start Dylan Sampson or Tyjae Spears?
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
RBTyjae SpearsTEN · RB43Who to start
Clear startTyjae Spears- Higher Clutch Score this week: 7.8 vs 5.0 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs NYJ, Easy).
- Stronger baseline projection (6.7 vs 5.2 pts/game).
Dylan Sampson and Tyjae Spears are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Dylan Sampson travels to JAX (medium matchup) and Tyjae Spears hosts NYJ (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Tyjae Spears for 7.8 PPR points to Dylan Sampson's 5.0.
Start Tyjae Spears on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Sampson | Spears |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 5.0 | 7.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 5.2 | 6.7 |
| Points / game (season) | 5.8 | 8.6 |
| Snap share | 25% | 46% |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | 17 |
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 Tyjae Spears comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Dylan Sampson or Tyjae Spears in Week 1?
Start Tyjae Spears in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 7.8 PPR points to Dylan Sampson's 5.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Dylan Sampson or Tyjae Spears?
Our Clutch Score projects Tyjae Spears for 7.8 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 5.0 for Dylan Sampson.
Who has the better matchup, Dylan Sampson or Tyjae Spears?
Dylan Sampson plays at JAX (medium) and Tyjae Spears hosts NYJ (easy). Tyjae Spears 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.