Start Josh Allen or Lamar Jackson?
Week 8 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.
QBJosh AllenBUF · QB1
QBLamar JacksonQBAL · QB2Who to start
Strong startJosh Allen- Higher Clutch Score this week: 27.4 vs 20.6 projected points.
- Healthier: no designation vs Questionable.
Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson are a Week 8 start/sit call at quarterback. Josh Allen hosts BAL (easy matchup) and Lamar Jackson travels to BUF (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Josh Allen for 27.4 PPR points to Lamar Jackson's 20.6.
Start Josh Allen on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Allen | Jackson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 8) | 27.4 | 20.6 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 24.5 | 20.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 27.6 | 20.0 |
| Snap share | 100% | 88% |
| Red-zone touches | 13 | 5 |
Clutch Score is our Week 8 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Josh Allen vs Lamar Jackson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Josh Allen or Lamar Jackson in Week 8?
Start Josh Allen in Week 8, on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 27.4 PPR points to Lamar Jackson's 20.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Josh Allen or Lamar Jackson?
Our Clutch Score projects Josh Allen for 27.4 PPR points in Week 8, compared with 20.6 for Lamar Jackson.
Who has the better matchup, Josh Allen or Lamar Jackson?
Josh Allen hosts BAL (easy) and Lamar Jackson plays at BUF (easy). Lamar Jackson draws the more favorable matchup in Week 8.
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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.