Start Charlie Kolar or Darren Waller?
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.
TECharlie KolarLAC · TE60
TEDarren WallerCAR · TE32Who to start
Strong startDarren Waller- Higher Clutch Score this week: 6.8 vs 2.9 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (7.2 vs 2.3 pts/game).
Charlie Kolar and Darren Waller are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Charlie Kolar hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Darren Waller hosts CHI (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Darren Waller for 6.8 PPR points to Charlie Kolar's 2.9.
Start Darren Waller on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Kolar | Waller |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 2.9 | 6.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 2.3 | 7.2 |
| Points / game (season) | 2.1 | 9.9 |
| Snap share | 40% | 45% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 7 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Charlie Kolar vs Darren Waller comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Charlie Kolar or Darren Waller in Week 1?
Start Darren Waller in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 6.8 PPR points to Charlie Kolar's 2.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Charlie Kolar or Darren Waller?
Our Clutch Score projects Darren Waller for 6.8 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 2.9 for Charlie Kolar.
Who has the better matchup, Charlie Kolar or Darren Waller?
Charlie Kolar hosts ARI (easy) and Darren Waller hosts CHI (medium). Charlie Kolar 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.