Start Josh Jacobs or Mike Washington?
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.
RBJosh JacobsGB · RB13
RBMike WashingtonLVWho to start
Clear startMike Washington- Higher Clutch Score this week: 5.5 vs 4.5 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs MIA, Medium).
- Stronger baseline projection (5.7 vs 5.1 pts/game).
Josh Jacobs and Mike Washington are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Josh Jacobs travels to MIN (hard matchup) and Mike Washington hosts MIA (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Mike Washington for 5.5 PPR points to Josh Jacobs's 4.5.
Start Mike Washington on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Jacobs | Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.5 | 5.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 5.1 | 5.7 |
| Points / game (season) | 15.8 | - |
| Snap share | 59% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 54 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Josh Jacobs vs Mike Washington comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Josh Jacobs or Mike Washington in Week 1?
Start Mike Washington in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 5.5 PPR points to Josh Jacobs's 4.5.
Who is projected to score more this week, Josh Jacobs or Mike Washington?
Our Clutch Score projects Mike Washington for 5.5 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 4.5 for Josh Jacobs.
Who has the better matchup, Josh Jacobs or Mike Washington?
Josh Jacobs plays at MIN (hard) and Mike Washington hosts MIA (medium). Mike Washington 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.