Start Matthew Stafford 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.
QBMatthew StaffordLAR · QB30
QBSam DarnoldOSEA · QB34Who to start
Strong startMatthew Stafford- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.2 vs 0.4 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs SF, Medium).
- Healthier: no designation vs Out.
Matthew Stafford and Sam Darnold are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Matthew Stafford hosts SF (medium matchup) and Sam Darnold hosts NE (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Matthew Stafford for 16.2 PPR points to Sam Darnold's 0.4.
Start Matthew Stafford on the softer matchup, the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Stafford | Darnold |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 16.2 | 0.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 16.5 | 15.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 5.1 | 0.5 |
| Snap share | 84% | 10% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Matthew Stafford vs Sam Darnold comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Matthew Stafford or Sam Darnold in Week 1?
Start Matthew Stafford in Week 1, on the softer matchup, the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 16.2 PPR points to Sam Darnold's 0.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Matthew Stafford or Sam Darnold?
Our Clutch Score projects Matthew Stafford for 16.2 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.4 for Sam Darnold.
Who has the better matchup, Matthew Stafford or Sam Darnold?
Matthew Stafford hosts SF (medium) and Sam Darnold hosts NE (hard). Matthew Stafford 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.