Start Mac Jones or Ty Simpson?
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.
QBMac JonesSF · QB31
QBTy SimpsonOLARWho to start
Clear startMac Jones- Higher Clutch Score this week: 1.5 vs 0.0 projected points.
- Healthier: no designation vs Out.
Mac Jones and Ty Simpson are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Mac Jones travels to LAR (medium matchup) and Ty Simpson hosts SF (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Mac Jones for 1.5 PPR points to Ty Simpson's 0.0.
Start Mac Jones on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Jones | Simpson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 1.5 | 0.0 |
| Baseline proj / game | 1.6 | 0.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 12.4 | - |
| Snap share | 49% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Mac Jones vs Ty Simpson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Mac Jones or Ty Simpson in Week 1?
Start Mac Jones in Week 1, on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 1.5 PPR points to Ty Simpson's 0.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Mac Jones or Ty Simpson?
Our Clutch Score projects Mac Jones for 1.5 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.0 for Ty Simpson.
Who has the better matchup, Mac Jones or Ty Simpson?
Mac Jones plays at LAR (medium) and Ty Simpson hosts SF (medium). Ty Simpson 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.