Start Geno Smith or Joe Burrow?
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
QBJoe BurrowCIN · QB19Who to start
Strong startJoe Burrow- Higher Clutch Score this week: 20.7 vs 15.1 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (18.0 vs 13.1 pts/game).
Geno Smith and Joe Burrow are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Geno Smith travels to TEN (easy matchup) and Joe Burrow hosts TB (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Joe Burrow for 20.7 PPR points to Geno Smith's 15.1.
Start Joe Burrow on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Smith | Burrow |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 15.1 | 20.7 |
| Baseline proj / game | 13.1 | 18.0 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.3 | 15.2 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 3 |
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 Joe Burrow comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Geno Smith or Joe Burrow in Week 1?
Start Joe Burrow in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 20.7 PPR points to Geno Smith's 15.1.
Who is projected to score more this week, Geno Smith or Joe Burrow?
Our Clutch Score projects Joe Burrow for 20.7 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 15.1 for Geno Smith.
Who has the better matchup, Geno Smith or Joe Burrow?
Geno Smith plays at TEN (easy) and Joe Burrow hosts TB (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.