Start Darnell Washington or Darren Waller?
Week 7 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.
TEDarnell WashingtonPIT · TE33
TEDarren WallerCAR · TE26Who to start
Clear startDarren Waller- Higher Clutch Score this week: 8.0 vs 6.7 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (7.6 vs 6.6 projected points).
Darnell Washington and Darren Waller are a Week 7 start/sit call at tight end. Darnell Washington travels to NO (easy matchup) and Darren Waller hosts TB (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Darren Waller for 8.0 PPR points to Darnell Washington's 6.7.
Start Darren Waller on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Washington | Waller |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 7) | 6.7 | 8.0 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 6.6 | 7.6 |
| Points / game (season) | 7.1 | 8.6 |
| Snap share | 66% | 46% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 4 |
Clutch Score is our Week 7 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Darnell Washington vs Darren Waller comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Darnell Washington or Darren Waller in Week 7?
Start Darren Waller in Week 7, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 8.0 PPR points to Darnell Washington's 6.7.
Who is projected to score more this week, Darnell Washington or Darren Waller?
Our Clutch Score projects Darren Waller for 8.0 PPR points in Week 7, compared with 6.7 for Darnell Washington.
Who has the better matchup, Darnell Washington or Darren Waller?
Darnell Washington plays at NO (easy) and Darren Waller hosts TB (medium). Darnell Washington draws the more favorable matchup in Week 7.
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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.