Start Marcus Mariota 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.
QBMarcus MariotaWAS · QB32
QBTy SimpsonOLARWho to start
Slight leanMarcus Mariota- Higher Clutch Score this week: 0.7 vs 0.0 projected points.
- Healthier: no designation vs Out.
Marcus Mariota and Ty Simpson are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Marcus Mariota travels to PHI (medium matchup) and Ty Simpson hosts SF (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Marcus Mariota for 0.7 PPR points to Ty Simpson's 0.0.
Start Marcus Mariota on the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Mariota | Simpson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.7 | 0.0 |
| Baseline proj / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 12.0 | - |
| Snap share | 54% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Marcus Mariota vs Ty Simpson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Marcus Mariota or Ty Simpson in Week 1?
Start Marcus Mariota in Week 1, on the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 0.7 PPR points to Ty Simpson's 0.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Marcus Mariota or Ty Simpson?
Our Clutch Score projects Marcus Mariota for 0.7 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.0 for Ty Simpson.
Who has the better matchup, Marcus Mariota or Ty Simpson?
Marcus Mariota plays at PHI (medium) and Ty Simpson hosts SF (medium). Marcus Mariota 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.