Start Colby Parkinson or Isaiah Likely?
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.
TEColby ParkinsonLAR · TE52
TEIsaiah LikelyNYG · TE1Who to start
Strong startIsaiah Likely- Higher Clutch Score this week: 9.1 vs 5.1 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (9.3 vs 4.5 pts/game).
Colby Parkinson and Isaiah Likely are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Colby Parkinson hosts SF (easy matchup) and Isaiah Likely hosts DAL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Isaiah Likely for 9.1 PPR points to Colby Parkinson's 5.1.
Start Isaiah Likely on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Parkinson | Likely |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 5.1 | 9.1 |
| Baseline proj / game | 4.5 | 9.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 1.6 | 27.8 |
| Snap share | 77% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 3 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Colby Parkinson vs Isaiah Likely comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Colby Parkinson or Isaiah Likely in Week 1?
Start Isaiah Likely in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 9.1 PPR points to Colby Parkinson's 5.1.
Who is projected to score more this week, Colby Parkinson or Isaiah Likely?
Our Clutch Score projects Isaiah Likely for 9.1 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 5.1 for Colby Parkinson.
Who has the better matchup, Colby Parkinson or Isaiah Likely?
Colby Parkinson hosts SF (easy) and Isaiah Likely hosts DAL (medium). Colby Parkinson 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.