Start Geno Smith or Michael Penix Jr.?
Week 7 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 · QB27
QBMichael Penix Jr.ATL · QB31Who to start
Slight leanMichael Penix Jr.- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.0 vs 15.3 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
Geno Smith and Michael Penix Jr. are a Week 7 start/sit call at quarterback. Geno Smith hosts MIA (easy matchup) and Michael Penix Jr. hosts SF (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Michael Penix Jr. for 16.0 PPR points to Geno Smith's 15.3.
Start Michael Penix Jr. on the higher-scoring game.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Smith | Jr. |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 7) | 15.3 | 16.0 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 16.0 | 15.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 15.3 | 17.1 |
| Snap share | 100% | 99% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 1 |
Clutch Score is our Week 7 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Geno Smith vs Michael Penix Jr. comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Geno Smith or Michael Penix Jr. in Week 7?
Start Michael Penix Jr. in Week 7, on the higher-scoring game. The Clutch Score projects 16.0 PPR points to Geno Smith's 15.3.
Who is projected to score more this week, Geno Smith or Michael Penix Jr.?
Our Clutch Score projects Michael Penix Jr. for 16.0 PPR points in Week 7, compared with 15.3 for Geno Smith.
Who has the better matchup, Geno Smith or Michael Penix Jr.?
Geno Smith hosts MIA (easy) and Michael Penix Jr. hosts SF (medium). Geno Smith draws the more favorable matchup in Week 7.
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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.