Start AJ Barner or Tyler Warren?
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.
Who to start
Clear start- Higher Clutch Score this week: 10.9 vs 9.6 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (11.8 vs 8.4 pts/game).
AJ Barner and Tyler Warren are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. AJ Barner hosts NE (easy matchup) and Tyler Warren hosts BAL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Tyler Warren for 10.9 PPR points to AJ Barner's 9.6.
Start Tyler Warren on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Barner | Warren |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 9.6 | 10.9 |
| Baseline proj / game | 8.4 | 11.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 3.3 | 10.3 |
| Snap share | 88% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long AJ Barner vs Tyler Warren comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start AJ Barner or Tyler Warren in Week 1?
Start Tyler Warren in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 10.9 PPR points to AJ Barner's 9.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, AJ Barner or Tyler Warren?
Our Clutch Score projects Tyler Warren for 10.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 9.6 for AJ Barner.
Who has the better matchup, AJ Barner or Tyler Warren?
AJ Barner hosts NE (easy) and Tyler Warren hosts BAL (medium). AJ Barner draws the more favorable matchup in Week 1.
More start/sit calls
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.