Start David Njoku 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.
TEDavid NjokuLAC · TE33
TETheo JohnsonNYG · TE18Who to start
Slight leanTheo Johnson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 4.6 vs 4.4 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (4.5 vs 3.4 pts/game).
David Njoku and Theo Johnson are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. David Njoku hosts ARI (easy matchup) and Theo Johnson hosts DAL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Theo Johnson for 4.6 PPR points to David Njoku's 4.4.
Start Theo Johnson on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Njoku | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.4 | 4.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.4 | 4.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 7.2 | 8.5 |
| Snap share | 64% | 87% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 13 |
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 Theo Johnson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start David Njoku or Theo Johnson in Week 1?
Start Theo Johnson in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 4.6 PPR points to David Njoku's 4.4.
Who is projected to score more this week, David Njoku or Theo Johnson?
Our Clutch Score projects Theo Johnson for 4.6 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 4.4 for David Njoku.
Who has the better matchup, David Njoku or Theo Johnson?
David Njoku hosts ARI (easy) and Theo Johnson hosts DAL (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.