Start Justin Herbert or Matthew Stafford?
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
QBMatthew StaffordLAR · QB30Who to start
Strong startJustin Herbert- Higher Clutch Score this week: 19.8 vs 16.2 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs ARI, Easy).
- Stronger baseline projection (17.4 vs 16.5 pts/game).
Justin Herbert and Matthew Stafford are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Justin Herbert hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Matthew Stafford hosts SF (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Justin Herbert for 19.8 PPR points to Matthew Stafford's 16.2.
Start Justin Herbert on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Herbert | Stafford |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 19.8 | 16.2 |
| Baseline proj / game | 17.4 | 16.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 14.3 | 5.1 |
| Snap share | 0% | 84% |
| 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 Matthew Stafford comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Justin Herbert or Matthew Stafford in Week 1?
Start Justin Herbert in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 19.8 PPR points to Matthew Stafford's 16.2.
Who is projected to score more this week, Justin Herbert or Matthew Stafford?
Our Clutch Score projects Justin Herbert for 19.8 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 16.2 for Matthew Stafford.
Who has the better matchup, Justin Herbert or Matthew Stafford?
Justin Herbert hosts ARI (easy) and Matthew Stafford hosts SF (medium). 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.