Start Matthew Stafford or Tyler Shough?
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
QBTyler ShoughNO · QB6Who to start
Clear startMatthew Stafford- Higher Clutch Score this week: 16.2 vs 14.4 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs SF, Medium).
- Stronger baseline projection (16.5 vs 15.9 pts/game).
Matthew Stafford and Tyler Shough are a Week 1 start/sit call at quarterback. Matthew Stafford hosts SF (medium matchup) and Tyler Shough travels to DET (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Matthew Stafford for 16.2 PPR points to Tyler Shough's 14.4.
Start Matthew Stafford on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Stafford | Shough |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 16.2 | 14.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 16.5 | 15.9 |
| Points / game (season) | 5.1 | 25.2 |
| Snap share | 84% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 1 |
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 Tyler Shough comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Matthew Stafford or Tyler Shough in Week 1?
Start Matthew Stafford in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 16.2 PPR points to Tyler Shough's 14.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, Matthew Stafford or Tyler Shough?
Our Clutch Score projects Matthew Stafford for 16.2 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 14.4 for Tyler Shough.
Who has the better matchup, Matthew Stafford or Tyler Shough?
Matthew Stafford hosts SF (medium) and Tyler Shough plays at DET (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.