Start Jaret Patterson or Jeremy McNichols?
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.
RBJaret PattersonLAC · RB81
RBJeremy McNicholsWAS · RB56Who to start
Strong startJaret Patterson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 4.9 vs 0.6 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (4.3 vs 0.6 pts/game).
Jaret Patterson and Jeremy McNichols are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Jaret Patterson hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Jeremy McNichols travels to PHI (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Jaret Patterson for 4.9 PPR points to Jeremy McNichols's 0.6.
Start Jaret Patterson on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Patterson | McNichols |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.9 | 0.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 4.3 | 0.6 |
| Points / game (season) | 4.3 | 4.3 |
| Snap share | 18% | 33% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 5 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Jaret Patterson vs Jeremy McNichols comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Jaret Patterson or Jeremy McNichols in Week 1?
Start Jaret Patterson in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 4.9 PPR points to Jeremy McNichols's 0.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Jaret Patterson or Jeremy McNichols?
Our Clutch Score projects Jaret Patterson for 4.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.6 for Jeremy McNichols.
Who has the better matchup, Jaret Patterson or Jeremy McNichols?
Jaret Patterson hosts ARI (easy) and Jeremy McNichols plays at PHI (easy). Jaret Patterson 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.