Start Darnell Washington or Darren Waller?
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.
TEDarnell WashingtonPIT · TE38
TEDarren WallerCAR · TE32Who to start
Clear startDarren Waller- Higher Clutch Score this week: 6.8 vs 4.6 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs CHI, Medium).
- Stronger baseline projection (7.2 vs 5.0 pts/game).
Darnell Washington and Darren Waller are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Darnell Washington hosts ATL (hard matchup) and Darren Waller hosts CHI (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Darren Waller for 6.8 PPR points to Darnell Washington's 4.6.
Start Darren Waller on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Washington | Waller |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.6 | 6.8 |
| Baseline proj / game | 5.0 | 7.2 |
| Points / game (season) | 4.6 | 9.9 |
| Snap share | 57% | 45% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 7 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 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 1?
Start Darren Waller in Week 1, on the softer matchup and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 6.8 PPR points to Darnell Washington's 4.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Darnell Washington or Darren Waller?
Our Clutch Score projects Darren Waller for 6.8 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 4.6 for Darnell Washington.
Who has the better matchup, Darnell Washington or Darren Waller?
Darnell Washington hosts ATL (hard) and Darren Waller hosts CHI (medium). Darren Waller 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.