Start Jameis Winston or Justin Fields?
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
QBJustin FieldsKC · QB28Who to start
Slight leanJustin Fields- Higher Clutch Score this week: 1.8 vs 0.9 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (2.0 vs 0.8 pts/game).
Jameis Winston and Justin Fields are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Jameis Winston hosts DAL (easy matchup) and Justin Fields hosts DEN (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Justin Fields for 1.8 PPR points to Jameis Winston's 0.9.
Start Justin Fields on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Winston | Fields |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.9 | 1.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 0.8 | 2.0 |
| Points / game (season) | 15.1 | 16.0 |
| Snap share | 39% | 74% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 12 |
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 Justin Fields comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Jameis Winston or Justin Fields in Week 1?
Start Justin Fields in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 1.8 PPR points to Jameis Winston's 0.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Jameis Winston or Justin Fields?
Our Clutch Score projects Justin Fields for 1.8 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.9 for Jameis Winston.
Who has the better matchup, Jameis Winston or Justin Fields?
Jameis Winston hosts DAL (easy) and Justin Fields hosts DEN (hard). 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.