Start Charlie Kolar or Mitchell Evans?
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: 2.6 vs 1.5 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs ARI, Easy).
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
Charlie Kolar and Mitchell Evans are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Charlie Kolar hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Mitchell Evans hosts CHI (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Charlie Kolar for 2.6 PPR points to Mitchell Evans's 1.5.
Start Charlie Kolar on the softer matchup, the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Kolar | Evans |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 2.6 | 1.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 2.3 | 1.9 |
| Points / game (season) | 2.1 | 2.8 |
| Snap share | 40% | 37% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 4 |
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 Mitchell Evans comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Charlie Kolar or Mitchell Evans in Week 1?
Start Charlie Kolar in Week 1, on the softer matchup, the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 2.6 PPR points to Mitchell Evans's 1.5.
Who is projected to score more this week, Charlie Kolar or Mitchell Evans?
Our Clutch Score projects Charlie Kolar for 2.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 1.5 for Mitchell Evans.
Who has the better matchup, Charlie Kolar or Mitchell Evans?
Charlie Kolar hosts ARI (easy) and Mitchell Evans 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.