Start Kenyon Sadiq or Sam LaPorta?
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.
TEKenyon SadiqNYJ
TESam LaPortaDET · TE26Who to start
Strong startSam LaPorta- Higher Clutch Score this week: 13.3 vs 5.6 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (11.6 vs 5.9 pts/game).
Kenyon Sadiq and Sam LaPorta are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Kenyon Sadiq travels to TEN (medium matchup) and Sam LaPorta hosts NO (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Sam LaPorta for 13.3 PPR points to Kenyon Sadiq's 5.6.
Start Sam LaPorta on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Sadiq | LaPorta |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 5.6 | 13.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 5.9 | 11.6 |
| Points / game (season) | - | 11.9 |
| Snap share | - | 90% |
| Red-zone touches | - | 4 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Kenyon Sadiq vs Sam LaPorta comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Kenyon Sadiq or Sam LaPorta in Week 1?
Start Sam LaPorta in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 13.3 PPR points to Kenyon Sadiq's 5.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Kenyon Sadiq or Sam LaPorta?
Our Clutch Score projects Sam LaPorta for 13.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 5.6 for Kenyon Sadiq.
Who has the better matchup, Kenyon Sadiq or Sam LaPorta?
Kenyon Sadiq plays at TEN (medium) and Sam LaPorta hosts NO (medium). Kenyon Sadiq 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.