Start Kyler Murray or Patrick Mahomes?
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
QBPatrick MahomesKC · QB14Who to start
Clear startKyler Murray- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.9 vs 15.8 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
Kyler Murray and Patrick Mahomes are a Week 8 start/sit call at quarterback. Kyler Murray travels to DET (easy matchup) and Patrick Mahomes travels to DEN (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Kyler Murray for 16.9 PPR points to Patrick Mahomes's 15.8.
Start Kyler Murray on the higher-scoring game.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Murray | Mahomes |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 8) | 16.9 | 15.8 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 17.4 | 16.9 |
| Points / game (season) | 11.1 | 17.3 |
| 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 Patrick Mahomes comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Kyler Murray or Patrick Mahomes in Week 8?
Start Kyler Murray in Week 8, on the higher-scoring game. The Clutch Score projects 16.9 PPR points to Patrick Mahomes's 15.8.
Who is projected to score more this week, Kyler Murray or Patrick Mahomes?
Our Clutch Score projects Kyler Murray for 16.9 PPR points in Week 8, compared with 15.8 for Patrick Mahomes.
Who has the better matchup, Kyler Murray or Patrick Mahomes?
Kyler Murray plays at DET (easy) and Patrick Mahomes plays at DEN (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.