Start George Holani or Kaelon Black?
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.
RBGeorge HolaniSEA · RB83
RBKaelon BlackSFWho to start
Slight leanKaelon Black- Higher Clutch Score this week: 2.2 vs 1.4 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (2.5 vs 1.5 pts/game).
George Holani and Kaelon Black are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. George Holani hosts NE (medium matchup) and Kaelon Black travels to LAR (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Kaelon Black for 2.2 PPR points to George Holani's 1.4.
Start Kaelon Black on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Holani | Black |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 1.4 | 2.2 |
| Baseline proj / game | 1.5 | 2.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 1.9 | - |
| Snap share | 5% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long George Holani vs Kaelon Black comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start George Holani or Kaelon Black in Week 1?
Start Kaelon Black in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 2.2 PPR points to George Holani's 1.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, George Holani or Kaelon Black?
Our Clutch Score projects Kaelon Black for 2.2 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 1.4 for George Holani.
Who has the better matchup, George Holani or Kaelon Black?
George Holani hosts NE (medium) and Kaelon Black plays at LAR (hard). George Holani 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.