Start David Njoku or Sam LaPorta?
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 · TE12
TESam LaPortaDET · TE15Who to start
Strong startSam LaPorta- Higher Clutch Score this week: 10.2 vs 3.9 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (11.6 vs 3.4 pts/game).
David Njoku and Sam LaPorta are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. David Njoku hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Sam LaPorta hosts NO (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Sam LaPorta for 10.2 PPR points to David Njoku's 3.9.
Start Sam LaPorta on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Njoku | LaPorta |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 3.9 | 10.2 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.4 | 11.6 |
| Points / game (season) | 10.8 | 9.8 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 2 |
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 Sam LaPorta comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start David Njoku or Sam LaPorta in Week 1?
Start Sam LaPorta in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 10.2 PPR points to David Njoku's 3.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, David Njoku or Sam LaPorta?
Our Clutch Score projects Sam LaPorta for 10.2 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 3.9 for David Njoku.
Who has the better matchup, David Njoku or Sam LaPorta?
David Njoku hosts ARI (easy) and Sam LaPorta hosts NO (hard). 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.