Start Kyler Murray 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.
QBKyler MurrayMIN · QB16
QBSam DarnoldSEA · QB22Who to start
Clear startSam Darnold- Higher Clutch Score this week: 18.0 vs 16.9 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
Kyler Murray and Sam Darnold are a Week 8 start/sit call at quarterback. Kyler Murray travels to DET (easy matchup) and Sam Darnold hosts CHI (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Sam Darnold for 18.0 PPR points to Kyler Murray's 16.9.
Start Sam Darnold on the higher-scoring game.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Murray | Darnold |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 8) | 16.9 | 18.0 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 17.4 | 16.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 11.1 | 13.8 |
| Snap share | 84% | 89% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 2 |
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 Sam Darnold comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Kyler Murray or Sam Darnold in Week 8?
Start Sam Darnold in Week 8, on the higher-scoring game. The Clutch Score projects 18.0 PPR points to Kyler Murray's 16.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Kyler Murray or Sam Darnold?
Our Clutch Score projects Sam Darnold for 18.0 PPR points in Week 8, compared with 16.9 for Kyler Murray.
Who has the better matchup, Kyler Murray or Sam Darnold?
Kyler Murray plays at DET (easy) and Sam Darnold hosts CHI (easy). 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.