Start RJ Harvey or Tony Pollard?
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.
RBRJ HarveyDEN · RB20
RBTony PollardTEN · RB23Who to start
Clear startTony Pollard- Higher Clutch Score this week: 9.7 vs 7.6 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs NYJ, Easy).
- Stronger baseline projection (9.4 vs 8.5 pts/game).
RJ Harvey and Tony Pollard are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. RJ Harvey travels to KC (medium matchup) and Tony Pollard hosts NYJ (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Tony Pollard for 9.7 PPR points to RJ Harvey's 7.6.
Start Tony Pollard on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Harvey | Pollard |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 7.6 | 9.7 |
| Baseline proj / game | 8.5 | 9.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 12.2 | 10.9 |
| Snap share | 41% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 36 | 19 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long RJ Harvey vs Tony Pollard comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start RJ Harvey or Tony Pollard in Week 1?
Start Tony Pollard in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 9.7 PPR points to RJ Harvey's 7.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, RJ Harvey or Tony Pollard?
Our Clutch Score projects Tony Pollard for 9.7 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 7.6 for RJ Harvey.
Who has the better matchup, RJ Harvey or Tony Pollard?
RJ Harvey plays at KC (medium) and Tony Pollard hosts NYJ (easy). Tony Pollard 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.