Start Darren Waller or Theo Johnson?
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.
TEDarren WallerCAR · TE32
TETheo JohnsonNYG · TE18Who to start
Clear startDarren Waller- Higher Clutch Score this week: 6.8 vs 4.6 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (7.2 vs 4.5 pts/game).
Darren Waller and Theo Johnson are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Darren Waller hosts CHI (medium matchup) and Theo Johnson hosts DAL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Darren Waller for 6.8 PPR points to Theo Johnson's 4.6.
Start Darren Waller on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Waller | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 6.8 | 4.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 7.2 | 4.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 9.9 | 8.5 |
| Snap share | 45% | 87% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 13 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Darren Waller vs Theo Johnson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Darren Waller or Theo Johnson in Week 1?
Start Darren Waller in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 6.8 PPR points to Theo Johnson's 4.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Darren Waller or Theo Johnson?
Our Clutch Score projects Darren Waller for 6.8 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 4.6 for Theo Johnson.
Who has the better matchup, Darren Waller or Theo Johnson?
Darren Waller hosts CHI (medium) and Theo Johnson hosts DAL (medium). Theo Johnson 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.