Start Austin Hooper or Justin Joly?
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.
TEAustin HooperATL · TE46
TEJustin JolyMIAWho to start
Clear startJustin Joly- Higher Clutch Score this week: 2.7 vs 1.6 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (3.4 vs 2.0 pts/game).
Austin Hooper and Justin Joly are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Austin Hooper travels to PIT (medium matchup) and Justin Joly travels to LV (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Justin Joly for 2.7 PPR points to Austin Hooper's 1.6.
Start Justin Joly on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Hooper | Joly |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 1.6 | 2.7 |
| Baseline proj / game | 2.0 | 3.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 3.7 | - |
| Snap share | 50% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Austin Hooper vs Justin Joly comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Austin Hooper or Justin Joly in Week 1?
Start Justin Joly in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 2.7 PPR points to Austin Hooper's 1.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Austin Hooper or Justin Joly?
Our Clutch Score projects Justin Joly for 2.7 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 1.6 for Austin Hooper.
Who has the better matchup, Austin Hooper or Justin Joly?
Austin Hooper plays at PIT (medium) and Justin Joly plays at LV (hard). Austin Hooper 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.