Start Kyler Murray or Sam Darnold?
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.
QBKyler MurrayOMIN · QB33
QBSam DarnoldOSEA · QB34Who to start
Slight leanKyler Murray- Higher Clutch Score this week: 0.4 vs 0.4 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (16.7 vs 15.5 pts/game).
Kyler Murray and Sam Darnold are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Kyler Murray hosts GB (hard matchup) and Sam Darnold hosts NE (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Kyler Murray for 0.4 PPR points to Sam Darnold's 0.4.
Start Kyler Murray on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Murray | Darnold |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 16.7 | 15.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 0.6 | 0.5 |
| Snap share | 0% | 10% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 0 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 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 1?
Start Kyler Murray in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 0.4 PPR points to Sam Darnold's 0.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Kyler Murray or Sam Darnold?
Our Clutch Score projects Kyler Murray for 0.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.4 for Sam Darnold.
Who has the better matchup, Kyler Murray or Sam Darnold?
Kyler Murray hosts GB (hard) and Sam Darnold hosts NE (hard). Kyler Murray 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.