Start Javonte Williams or Tony Pollard?
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.
RBJavonte WilliamsDAL · RB8
RBTony PollardTEN · RB41Who to start
Strong startJavonte Williams- Higher Clutch Score this week: 14.3 vs 10.8 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (12.5 vs 9.4 pts/game).
Javonte Williams and Tony Pollard are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Javonte Williams travels to NYG (easy matchup) and Tony Pollard hosts NYJ (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Javonte Williams for 14.3 PPR points to Tony Pollard's 10.8.
Start Javonte Williams on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Williams | Pollard |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 14.3 | 10.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 12.5 | 9.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 24.2 | 4.4 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 0 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Javonte Williams vs Tony Pollard comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Javonte Williams or Tony Pollard in Week 1?
Start Javonte Williams in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 14.3 PPR points to Tony Pollard's 10.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Javonte Williams or Tony Pollard?
Our Clutch Score projects Javonte Williams for 14.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.8 for Tony Pollard.
Who has the better matchup, Javonte Williams or Tony Pollard?
Javonte Williams plays at NYG (easy) and Tony Pollard hosts NYJ (easy). Javonte Williams 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.