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TEJohn BatesWAS · TE67
TEJosh OliverIRMIN · TE72Josh Oliver
Start John Bates or Josh Oliver?
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.
TEJohn BatesWAS · TE67ByeClutch · Wk 7On bye
TEJosh OliverIRMIN · TE720.0Clutch · Wk 7vs IND
Who to start
Only optionJosh Oliver- John Bates is on a bye this week, so Josh Oliver is the only one who plays.
John Bates and Josh Oliver are a Week 7 start/sit call at tight end. John Bates is on a bye and Josh Oliver is not projected to play.
John Bates is on a bye this week, so Josh Oliver is the only one who can play.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Bates | Oliver |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 7) | - | 0.0 |
| Baseline proj (week) | 1.9 | - |
| Points / game (season) | 1.3 | 2.5 |
| Snap share | 43% | 55% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
Clutch Score is our Week 7 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long John Bates vs Josh Oliver comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start John Bates or Josh Oliver in Week 7?
Start Josh Oliver in Week 7. John Bates is on a bye.
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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.