Start Cole Kmet or Eli Raridon?
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.
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TEEli RaridonNEWho to start
Clear startCole Kmet- Higher Clutch Score this week: 5.0 vs 2.2 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (4.7 vs 1.9 pts/game).
Cole Kmet and Eli Raridon are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Cole Kmet travels to CAR (medium matchup) and Eli Raridon travels to SEA (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Cole Kmet for 5.0 PPR points to Eli Raridon's 2.2.
Start Cole Kmet on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Kmet | Raridon |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 5.0 | 2.2 |
| Baseline proj / game | 4.7 | 1.9 |
| Points / game (season) | 4.9 | - |
| Snap share | 69% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Cole Kmet vs Eli Raridon comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Cole Kmet or Eli Raridon in Week 1?
Start Cole Kmet in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 5.0 PPR points to Eli Raridon's 2.2.
Who is projected to score more this week, Cole Kmet or Eli Raridon?
Our Clutch Score projects Cole Kmet for 5.0 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 2.2 for Eli Raridon.
Who has the better matchup, Cole Kmet or Eli Raridon?
Cole Kmet plays at CAR (medium) and Eli Raridon plays at SEA (easy). Eli Raridon 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.