Start Justin Herbert or Malik Willis?
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
QBMalik WillisMIA · QB12Who to start
Clear startJustin Herbert- Higher Clutch Score this week: 19.8 vs 18.0 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (17.4 vs 15.9 pts/game).
Justin Herbert and Malik Willis are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Justin Herbert hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Malik Willis travels to LV (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Justin Herbert for 19.8 PPR points to Malik Willis's 18.0.
Start Justin Herbert on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Herbert | Willis |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 19.8 | 18.0 |
| Baseline proj / game | 17.4 | 15.9 |
| Points / game (season) | 14.3 | 17.7 |
| 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 Malik Willis comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Justin Herbert or Malik Willis in Week 1?
Start Justin Herbert in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 19.8 PPR points to Malik Willis's 18.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Justin Herbert or Malik Willis?
Our Clutch Score projects Justin Herbert for 19.8 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 18.0 for Malik Willis.
Who has the better matchup, Justin Herbert or Malik Willis?
Justin Herbert hosts ARI (easy) and Malik Willis plays at LV (easy). Justin Herbert 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.