Start Jacoby Brissett or Sam Darnold?
Week 8 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.
Who to start
Clear start- Higher Clutch Score this week: 19.8 vs 18.0 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (18.7 vs 16.3 projected points).
Jacoby Brissett and Sam Darnold are a Week 8 start/sit call at quarterback. Jacoby Brissett travels to DAL (medium matchup) and Sam Darnold hosts CHI (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Jacoby Brissett for 19.8 PPR points to Sam Darnold's 18.0.
Start Jacoby Brissett on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Brissett | Darnold |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 8) | 19.8 | 18.0 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 18.7 | 16.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 16.2 | 13.8 |
| Snap share | 100% | 89% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 2 |
Clutch Score is our Week 8 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Jacoby Brissett vs Sam Darnold comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Jacoby Brissett or Sam Darnold in Week 8?
Start Jacoby Brissett in Week 8, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 19.8 PPR points to Sam Darnold's 18.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Jacoby Brissett or Sam Darnold?
Our Clutch Score projects Jacoby Brissett for 19.8 PPR points in Week 8, compared with 18.0 for Sam Darnold.
Who has the better matchup, Jacoby Brissett or Sam Darnold?
Jacoby Brissett plays at DAL (medium) and Sam Darnold hosts CHI (easy). Sam Darnold draws the more favorable matchup in Week 8.
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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.