Start George Kittle or Juwan Johnson?
Week 8 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
Only option- Higher Clutch Score this week: 10.0 vs 8.3 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (10.0 vs 8.3 projected points).
George Kittle and Juwan Johnson are a Week 8 start/sit call at tight end. George Kittle is on a bye and Juwan Johnson is on a bye.
Start George Kittle on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Kittle | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Baseline proj (week) | 10.0 | 8.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 14.9 | 9.6 |
| Snap share | 78% | 66% |
| Red-zone touches | 10 | 6 |
Clutch Score is our Week 8 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long George Kittle vs Juwan Johnson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start George Kittle or Juwan Johnson in Week 8?
Start George Kittle in Week 8, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 10.0 PPR points to Juwan Johnson's 8.3.
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.