Start Joe Royer or Michael Trigg?
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.
TEJoe RoyerPUPCLE · TE47
TEMichael TriggDAL · TE57Who to start
Clear startMichael Trigg- Higher Clutch Score this week: 2.0 vs 0.1 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Healthier: no designation vs PUP.
Joe Royer and Michael Trigg are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Joe Royer travels to JAX (easy matchup) and Michael Trigg travels to NYG (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Michael Trigg for 2.0 PPR points to Joe Royer's 0.1.
Start Michael Trigg on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Royer | Trigg |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 0.1 | 2.0 |
| Baseline proj / game | 3.4 | 2.0 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Joe Royer vs Michael Trigg comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Joe Royer or Michael Trigg in Week 1?
Start Michael Trigg in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the cleaner injury status. The Clutch Score projects 2.0 PPR points to Joe Royer's 0.1.
Who is projected to score more this week, Joe Royer or Michael Trigg?
Our Clutch Score projects Michael Trigg for 2.0 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 0.1 for Joe Royer.
Who has the better matchup, Joe Royer or Michael Trigg?
Joe Royer plays at JAX (easy) and Michael Trigg plays at NYG (medium). Joe Royer 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.