Derrick Henry vs Jonathan Taylor: Who Should You Start?

Week 4 analysis

AstroLineup recommends starting Jonathan Taylor over Derrick Henry. Here's how the two compare on AstroScore, matchup, projected points, and expert consensus rank.

Derrick Henry

RB · BAL

Jonathan Taylor

RB · IND

Verdict · Week 4

▲ Start Taylor

AstroScore

17.7

Projected Points

20.4

ECR Rank

vs TEN ★★★★★

Matchup

@ WAS ★★★★★

★ Why start Taylor over Henry?

→20.4 vs 17.7 projected points — Taylor outprojects Henry by 2.7 points this week

→Higher ECR rank for Henry — While experts rank Henry at number 2 versus Taylor at number 8, Taylor's superior astrology score of 30 compared to Henry's 25 could narrow that gap

→Taylor edges out Henry — Taylor's week looks slightly uneven, while Henry's points to real restriction, fewer chances and a lower ceiling.

Henry’s stars25 · Suppressed

Real risk he falls well short of his 17.7-point projection

SaturnStructure & limits▼ Strong drag

Saturn tightens the structure around Henry this week, limiting how much room the game plan gives him to work. Expect reduced carries, modest yards per attempt, and a lower likelihood of breaking a long run or scoring.

Taylor’s stars30 · Weak

Lean toward him falling short of his 20.4-point projection

MoonMood & rhythm▼ Strong drag

The Moon's pull this week unsettles his timing, making it harder to settle into a steady on-field rhythm. Expect inconsistent burst between carries, with efficiency dipping on early downs and vulnerability to a fumble if contact comes unexpectedly.

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