Start Jonathan Taylor 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.
RBJonathan TaylorIND · RB7
RBTony PollardTEN · RB41Who to start
Strong startJonathan Taylor- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.6 vs 10.8 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (16.0 vs 9.4 pts/game).
Jonathan Taylor and Tony Pollard are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Jonathan Taylor hosts BAL (medium matchup) and Tony Pollard hosts NYJ (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Jonathan Taylor for 16.6 PPR points to Tony Pollard's 10.8.
Start Jonathan Taylor on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Taylor | Pollard |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 16.6 | 10.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 16.0 | 9.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 25.1 | 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 Jonathan Taylor vs Tony Pollard comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Jonathan Taylor or Tony Pollard in Week 1?
Start Jonathan Taylor in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 16.6 PPR points to Tony Pollard's 10.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Jonathan Taylor or Tony Pollard?
Our Clutch Score projects Jonathan Taylor for 16.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 10.8 for Tony Pollard.
Who has the better matchup, Jonathan Taylor or Tony Pollard?
Jonathan Taylor hosts BAL (medium) and Tony Pollard hosts NYJ (easy). Tony Pollard 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.