Start Jameis Winston or Ty Simpson?
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.
Who to start
Slight lean- Higher Clutch Score this week: 0.9 vs 0.0 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs DAL, Easy).
- Healthier: no designation vs Out.
Jameis Winston and Ty Simpson are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Jameis Winston hosts DAL (easy matchup) and Ty Simpson hosts SF (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Jameis Winston for 0.9 PPR points to Ty Simpson's 0.0.
Start Jameis Winston on the softer matchup and the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Winston | Simpson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.9 | 0.0 |
| Baseline proj / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 15.1 | - |
| Snap share | 39% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | - |
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 Ty Simpson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Jameis Winston or Ty Simpson in Week 1?
Start Jameis Winston in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 0.9 PPR points to Ty Simpson's 0.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Jameis Winston or Ty Simpson?
Our Clutch Score projects Jameis Winston for 0.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.0 for Ty Simpson.
Who has the better matchup, Jameis Winston or Ty Simpson?
Jameis Winston hosts DAL (easy) and Ty Simpson hosts SF (medium). 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.