Start Justin Herbert or Lamar Jackson?
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.
QBJustin HerbertLAC · QB21
QBLamar JacksonBAL · QB7Who to start
Clear startLamar Jackson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 22.1 vs 19.8 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (19.2 vs 17.4 pts/game).
Justin Herbert and Lamar Jackson are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Justin Herbert hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Lamar Jackson travels to IND (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Lamar Jackson for 22.1 PPR points to Justin Herbert's 19.8.
Start Lamar Jackson on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Herbert | Jackson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 19.8 | 22.1 |
| Baseline proj / game | 17.4 | 19.2 |
| Points / game (season) | 14.3 | 25.0 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 1 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Justin Herbert vs Lamar Jackson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Justin Herbert or Lamar Jackson in Week 1?
Start Lamar Jackson in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 22.1 PPR points to Justin Herbert's 19.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Justin Herbert or Lamar Jackson?
Our Clutch Score projects Lamar Jackson for 22.1 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 19.8 for Justin Herbert.
Who has the better matchup, Justin Herbert or Lamar Jackson?
Justin Herbert hosts ARI (easy) and Lamar Jackson plays at IND (easy). Lamar Jackson 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.