Start Justin Herbert or Sam Darnold?
Week 8 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 · QB13
QBSam DarnoldSEA · QB22Who to start
Strong startSam Darnold- Higher Clutch Score this week: 18.0 vs 12.2 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (16.3 vs 13.5 projected points).
Justin Herbert and Sam Darnold are a Week 8 start/sit call at quarterback. Justin Herbert travels to LAR (easy matchup) and Sam Darnold hosts CHI (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Sam Darnold for 18.0 PPR points to Justin Herbert's 12.2.
Start Sam Darnold on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Herbert | Darnold |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 8) | 12.2 | 18.0 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 13.5 | 16.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 11.7 | 13.8 |
| Snap share | 100% | 89% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 2 |
Clutch Score is our Week 8 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Justin Herbert vs Sam Darnold comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Justin Herbert or Sam Darnold in Week 8?
Start Sam Darnold in Week 8, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 18.0 PPR points to Justin Herbert's 12.2.
Who is projected to score more this week, Justin Herbert or Sam Darnold?
Our Clutch Score projects Sam Darnold for 18.0 PPR points in Week 8, compared with 12.2 for Justin Herbert.
Who has the better matchup, Justin Herbert or Sam Darnold?
Justin Herbert plays at LAR (easy) and Sam Darnold hosts CHI (easy). Sam Darnold draws the more favorable matchup in Week 8.
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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.