Start Kyler Murray or Malik Willis?
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.
QBKyler MurrayMIN · QB16
QBMalik WillisMIA · QB21Who to start
Strong startKyler Murray- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.9 vs 12.3 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (17.4 vs 13.7 projected points).
Kyler Murray and Malik Willis are a Week 8 start/sit call at quarterback. Kyler Murray travels to DET (easy matchup) and Malik Willis hosts NE (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Kyler Murray for 16.9 PPR points to Malik Willis's 12.3.
Start Kyler Murray on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Murray | Willis |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 8) | 16.9 | 12.3 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 17.4 | 13.7 |
| Points / game (season) | 11.1 | 15.1 |
| Snap share | 84% | 100% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 5 |
Clutch Score is our Week 8 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Kyler Murray vs Malik Willis comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Kyler Murray or Malik Willis in Week 8?
Start Kyler Murray in Week 8, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 16.9 PPR points to Malik Willis's 12.3.
Who is projected to score more this week, Kyler Murray or Malik Willis?
Our Clutch Score projects Kyler Murray for 16.9 PPR points in Week 8, compared with 12.3 for Malik Willis.
Who has the better matchup, Kyler Murray or Malik Willis?
Kyler Murray plays at DET (easy) and Malik Willis hosts NE (medium). Kyler Murray 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.