Start Dawson Knox or Max Klare?
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.
Who to start
Strong start- Higher Clutch Score this week: 4.0 vs 0.1 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Healthier: no designation vs Out.
Dawson Knox and Max Klare are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Dawson Knox travels to HOU (medium matchup) and Max Klare hosts SF (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Dawson Knox for 4.0 PPR points to Max Klare's 0.1.
Start Dawson Knox on the higher-scoring game, the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Knox | Klare |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.0 | 0.1 |
| Baseline proj / game | 4.5 | 3.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 6.1 | - |
| Snap share | 61% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 12 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Dawson Knox vs Max Klare comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Dawson Knox or Max Klare in Week 1?
Start Dawson Knox in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game, the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 4.0 PPR points to Max Klare's 0.1.
Who is projected to score more this week, Dawson Knox or Max Klare?
Our Clutch Score projects Dawson Knox for 4.0 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.1 for Max Klare.
Who has the better matchup, Dawson Knox or Max Klare?
Dawson Knox plays at HOU (medium) and Max Klare hosts SF (easy). Max Klare draws the more favorable matchup in Week 1.
More start/sit calls
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.