Start Jameis Winston or Joe Flacco?
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.
QBJameis WinstonNYG · QB45
QBJoe FlaccoCIN · QB27Who to start
Slight leanJoe Flacco- Higher Clutch Score this week: 1.9 vs 0.9 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (1.7 vs 0.8 pts/game).
Jameis Winston and Joe Flacco are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Jameis Winston hosts DAL (easy matchup) and Joe Flacco hosts TB (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Joe Flacco for 1.9 PPR points to Jameis Winston's 0.9.
Start Joe Flacco on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Winston | Flacco |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.9 | 1.9 |
| Baseline proj / game | 0.8 | 1.7 |
| Points / game (season) | 15.1 | 12.1 |
| Snap share | 39% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 7 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Jameis Winston vs Joe Flacco comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Jameis Winston or Joe Flacco in Week 1?
Start Joe Flacco in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 1.9 PPR points to Jameis Winston's 0.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Jameis Winston or Joe Flacco?
Our Clutch Score projects Joe Flacco for 1.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.9 for Jameis Winston.
Who has the better matchup, Jameis Winston or Joe Flacco?
Jameis Winston hosts DAL (easy) and Joe Flacco hosts TB (easy). Jameis Winston 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.