Start Geno Smith or Kirk Cousins?
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 · QB23
QBKirk CousinsLV · QB35Who to start
Strong startGeno Smith- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.0 vs 2.6 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (13.1 vs 2.3 pts/game).
Geno Smith and Kirk Cousins are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Geno Smith travels to TEN (easy matchup) and Kirk Cousins hosts MIA (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Geno Smith for 13.0 PPR points to Kirk Cousins's 2.6.
Start Geno Smith on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Smith | Cousins |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 13.0 | 2.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 13.1 | 2.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 12.7 | 10.9 |
| Snap share | 97% | 46% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 1 |
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 Kirk Cousins comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Geno Smith or Kirk Cousins in Week 1?
Start Geno Smith in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 13.0 PPR points to Kirk Cousins's 2.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Geno Smith or Kirk Cousins?
Our Clutch Score projects Geno Smith for 13.0 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 2.6 for Kirk Cousins.
Who has the better matchup, Geno Smith or Kirk Cousins?
Geno Smith plays at TEN (easy) and Kirk Cousins hosts MIA (easy). Kirk Cousins 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.