Start Connor Heyward or Jackson Hawes?
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.
TEConnor HeywardLV · TE65
TEJackson HawesBUF · TE48Who to start
Slight leanJackson Hawes- Higher Clutch Score this week: 1.7 vs 1.0 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (1.9 vs 0.9 pts/game).
Connor Heyward and Jackson Hawes are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Connor Heyward hosts MIA (easy matchup) and Jackson Hawes travels to HOU (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Jackson Hawes for 1.7 PPR points to Connor Heyward's 1.0.
Start Jackson Hawes on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Heyward | Hawes |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 1.0 | 1.7 |
| Baseline proj / game | 0.9 | 1.9 |
| Points / game (season) | 1.6 | 3.1 |
| Snap share | 8% | 44% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 3 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Connor Heyward vs Jackson Hawes comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Connor Heyward or Jackson Hawes in Week 1?
Start Jackson Hawes in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 1.7 PPR points to Connor Heyward's 1.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, Connor Heyward or Jackson Hawes?
Our Clutch Score projects Jackson Hawes for 1.7 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 1.0 for Connor Heyward.
Who has the better matchup, Connor Heyward or Jackson Hawes?
Connor Heyward hosts MIA (easy) and Jackson Hawes plays at HOU (medium). Connor Heyward 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.