Start Geno Smith or Lamar Jackson?
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
QBLamar JacksonBAL · QB7Who to start
Strong startLamar Jackson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 22.1 vs 15.1 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (19.2 vs 13.1 pts/game).
Geno Smith and Lamar Jackson are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Geno Smith travels to TEN (easy matchup) and Lamar Jackson travels to IND (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Lamar Jackson for 22.1 PPR points to Geno Smith's 15.1.
Start Lamar Jackson on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Smith | Jackson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 15.1 | 22.1 |
| Baseline proj / game | 13.1 | 19.2 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.3 | 25.0 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 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 Lamar Jackson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Geno Smith or Lamar Jackson in Week 1?
Start Lamar Jackson in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 22.1 PPR points to Geno Smith's 15.1.
Who is projected to score more this week, Geno Smith or Lamar Jackson?
Our Clutch Score projects Lamar Jackson for 22.1 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 15.1 for Geno Smith.
Who has the better matchup, Geno Smith or Lamar Jackson?
Geno Smith plays at TEN (easy) and Lamar Jackson plays at IND (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.