Start David Njoku or Mike Gesicki?
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
TEMike GesickiCIN · TE40Who to start
Strong startMike Gesicki- Higher Clutch Score this week: 7.9 vs 4.4 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (6.2 vs 3.4 pts/game).
David Njoku and Mike Gesicki are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. David Njoku hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Mike Gesicki hosts TB (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Mike Gesicki for 7.9 PPR points to David Njoku's 4.4.
Start Mike Gesicki on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Njoku | Gesicki |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.4 | 7.9 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.4 | 6.2 |
| Points / game (season) | 7.2 | 5.4 |
| Snap share | 64% | 38% |
| 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 Mike Gesicki comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start David Njoku or Mike Gesicki in Week 1?
Start Mike Gesicki in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 7.9 PPR points to David Njoku's 4.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, David Njoku or Mike Gesicki?
Our Clutch Score projects Mike Gesicki for 7.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 4.4 for David Njoku.
Who has the better matchup, David Njoku or Mike Gesicki?
David Njoku hosts ARI (easy) and Mike Gesicki hosts TB (easy). 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.