Start Elijah Arroyo or Michael Mayer?
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.
TEElijah ArroyoSEA · TE56
TEMichael MayerLV · TE35Who to start
Slight leanMichael Mayer- Higher Clutch Score this week: 5.5 vs 4.9 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (4.8 vs 4.2 pts/game).
Elijah Arroyo and Michael Mayer are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Elijah Arroyo hosts NE (easy matchup) and Michael Mayer hosts MIA (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Michael Mayer for 5.5 PPR points to Elijah Arroyo's 4.9.
Start Michael Mayer on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Arroyo | Mayer |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 4.9 | 5.5 |
| Baseline proj / game | 4.2 | 4.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 2.8 | 5.7 |
| Snap share | 39% | 57% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 6 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Elijah Arroyo vs Michael Mayer comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Elijah Arroyo or Michael Mayer in Week 1?
Start Michael Mayer in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 5.5 PPR points to Elijah Arroyo's 4.9.
Who is projected to score more this week, Elijah Arroyo or Michael Mayer?
Our Clutch Score projects Michael Mayer for 5.5 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 4.9 for Elijah Arroyo.
Who has the better matchup, Elijah Arroyo or Michael Mayer?
Elijah Arroyo hosts NE (easy) and Michael Mayer hosts MIA (easy). Elijah Arroyo 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.