Start Josh Johnson or Spencer Rattler?
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.
QBJosh JohnsonCIN · QB50
QBSpencer RattlerNO · QB36Who to start
Slight leanJosh Johnson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 0.9 vs 0.8 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
Josh Johnson and Spencer Rattler are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Josh Johnson hosts TB (easy matchup) and Spencer Rattler travels to DET (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Josh Johnson for 0.9 PPR points to Spencer Rattler's 0.8.
Start Josh Johnson on the higher-scoring game.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Johnson | Rattler |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.9 | 0.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Points / game (season) | 5.3 | 11.6 |
| Snap share | 13% | 46% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 5 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Josh Johnson vs Spencer Rattler comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Josh Johnson or Spencer Rattler in Week 1?
Start Josh Johnson in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game. The Clutch Score projects 0.9 PPR points to Spencer Rattler's 0.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Josh Johnson or Spencer Rattler?
Our Clutch Score projects Josh Johnson for 0.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.8 for Spencer Rattler.
Who has the better matchup, Josh Johnson or Spencer Rattler?
Josh Johnson hosts TB (easy) and Spencer Rattler plays at DET (easy). Josh Johnson 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.