Start Geno Smith or Jaxson Dart?
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.
QBGeno SmithNYJ · QB28
QBJaxson DartNYG · QB4Who to start
Strong startJaxson Dart- Higher Clutch Score this week: 20.1 vs 15.1 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (17.4 vs 13.1 pts/game).
Geno Smith and Jaxson Dart are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Geno Smith travels to TEN (easy matchup) and Jaxson Dart hosts DAL (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Jaxson Dart for 20.1 PPR points to Geno Smith's 15.1.
Start Jaxson Dart on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Smith | Dart |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 15.1 | 20.1 |
| Baseline proj / game | 13.1 | 17.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.3 | 26.6 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Geno Smith vs Jaxson Dart comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Geno Smith or Jaxson Dart in Week 1?
Start Jaxson Dart in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 20.1 PPR points to Geno Smith's 15.1.
Who is projected to score more this week, Geno Smith or Jaxson Dart?
Our Clutch Score projects Jaxson Dart for 20.1 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 15.1 for Geno Smith.
Who has the better matchup, Geno Smith or Jaxson Dart?
Geno Smith plays at TEN (easy) and Jaxson Dart hosts DAL (easy). Geno Smith 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.