Start David Njoku or Mason Taylor?
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.
TEDavid NjokuLAC · TE33
TEMason TaylorNYJ · TE31Who to start
Clear startMason Taylor- Higher Clutch Score this week: 5.4 vs 4.4 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (5.7 vs 3.4 pts/game).
David Njoku and Mason Taylor are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. David Njoku hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Mason Taylor travels to TEN (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Mason Taylor for 5.4 PPR points to David Njoku's 4.4.
Start Mason Taylor on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Njoku | Taylor |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.4 | 5.4 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.4 | 5.7 |
| Points / game (season) | 7.2 | 6.8 |
| Snap share | 64% | 81% |
| 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 David Njoku vs Mason Taylor comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start David Njoku or Mason Taylor in Week 1?
Start Mason Taylor in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 5.4 PPR points to David Njoku's 4.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, David Njoku or Mason Taylor?
Our Clutch Score projects Mason Taylor for 5.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 4.4 for David Njoku.
Who has the better matchup, David Njoku or Mason Taylor?
David Njoku hosts ARI (easy) and Mason Taylor plays at TEN (medium). David Njoku 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.