Start DK Metcalf or Michael Pittman Jr.?
Week 7 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- Michael Pittman Jr. is not projected to play this week, so DK Metcalf is the only one who can score.
DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. are a Week 7 start/sit call at wide receiver. DK Metcalf travels to NO (hard matchup) and Michael Pittman Jr. is not projected to play. The Clutch Score projects DK Metcalf for 12.4 PPR points to Michael Pittman Jr.'s 0.0.
Start DK Metcalf on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Metcalf | Jr. |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 7) | 12.4 | 0.0 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 12.2 | - |
| Points / game (season) | 10.9 | 5.3 |
| Snap share | 95% | 78% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 0 |
Clutch Score is our Week 7 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long DK Metcalf vs Michael Pittman Jr. comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start DK Metcalf or Michael Pittman Jr. in Week 7?
Start DK Metcalf in Week 7, on the cleaner injury status and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 12.4 PPR points to Michael Pittman Jr.'s 0.0.
Who is projected to score more this week, DK Metcalf or Michael Pittman Jr.?
Our Clutch Score projects DK Metcalf for 12.4 PPR points in Week 7, compared with 0.0 for Michael Pittman Jr..
Who has the better matchup, DK Metcalf or Michael Pittman Jr.?
DK Metcalf plays at NO (hard) and Michael Pittman Jr. plays at NO (hard). DK Metcalf draws the more favorable matchup in Week 7.
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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.