Start Charlie Kolar or Eli Stowers?
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: 5.6 vs 2.9 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (4.8 vs 2.3 pts/game).
Charlie Kolar and Eli Stowers are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Charlie Kolar hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Eli Stowers hosts WAS (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Eli Stowers for 5.6 PPR points to Charlie Kolar's 2.9.
Start Eli Stowers on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Kolar | Stowers |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 2.9 | 5.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 2.3 | 4.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 2.1 | - |
| Snap share | 40% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | - |
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 Eli Stowers comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Charlie Kolar or Eli Stowers in Week 1?
Start Eli Stowers in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 5.6 PPR points to Charlie Kolar's 2.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Charlie Kolar or Eli Stowers?
Our Clutch Score projects Eli Stowers for 5.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 2.9 for Charlie Kolar.
Who has the better matchup, Charlie Kolar or Eli Stowers?
Charlie Kolar hosts ARI (easy) and Eli Stowers hosts WAS (easy). Charlie Kolar 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.