Start Drew Sample or Joe Royer?
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.
TEDrew SampleCIN · TE68
TEJoe RoyerPUPCLE · TE47Who to start
Clear startDrew Sample- Higher Clutch Score this week: 2.4 vs 0.1 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Healthier: no designation vs PUP.
Drew Sample and Joe Royer are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Drew Sample hosts TB (easy matchup) and Joe Royer travels to JAX (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Drew Sample for 2.4 PPR points to Joe Royer's 0.1.
Start Drew Sample on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Sample | Royer |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 2.4 | 0.1 |
| Baseline proj / game | 1.9 | 3.4 |
| Points / game (season) | 4.9 | - |
| Snap share | 0% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | - |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Drew Sample vs Joe Royer comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Drew Sample or Joe Royer in Week 1?
Start Drew Sample in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 2.4 PPR points to Joe Royer's 0.1.
Who is projected to score more this week, Drew Sample or Joe Royer?
Our Clutch Score projects Drew Sample for 2.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.1 for Joe Royer.
Who has the better matchup, Drew Sample or Joe Royer?
Drew Sample hosts TB (easy) and Joe Royer plays at JAX (easy). Drew Sample 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.