Start Jaret Patterson or Zavier Scott?
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
RBZavier ScottMIN · RB71Who to start
Strong startJaret Patterson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 4.9 vs 0.6 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs ARI, Easy).
- Stronger baseline projection (4.3 vs 0.7 pts/game).
Jaret Patterson and Zavier Scott are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Jaret Patterson hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Zavier Scott hosts GB (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Jaret Patterson for 4.9 PPR points to Zavier Scott's 0.6.
Start Jaret Patterson on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Patterson | Scott |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.9 | 0.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 4.3 | 0.7 |
| Points / game (season) | 4.3 | 2.5 |
| Snap share | 18% | 11% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 6 |
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 Zavier Scott comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Jaret Patterson or Zavier Scott in Week 1?
Start Jaret Patterson in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 4.9 PPR points to Zavier Scott's 0.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Jaret Patterson or Zavier Scott?
Our Clutch Score projects Jaret Patterson for 4.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.6 for Zavier Scott.
Who has the better matchup, Jaret Patterson or Zavier Scott?
Jaret Patterson hosts ARI (easy) and Zavier Scott hosts GB (hard). 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.