Start Mason Taylor 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.
TEMason TaylorNYJ · TE31
TEMichael MayerLV · TE37Who to start
Slight leanMason Taylor- Higher Clutch Score this week: 5.4 vs 5.3 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (5.7 vs 4.8 pts/game).
Mason Taylor and Michael Mayer are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Mason Taylor travels to TEN (medium matchup) and Michael Mayer hosts MIA (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Mason Taylor for 5.4 PPR points to Michael Mayer's 5.3.
Start Mason Taylor on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Taylor | Mayer |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Baseline proj / game | 5.7 | 4.8 |
| Points / game (season) | 6.8 | 5.7 |
| Snap share | 81% | 57% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 6 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Mason Taylor vs Michael Mayer comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Mason Taylor or Michael Mayer in Week 1?
Start Mason Taylor in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 5.4 PPR points to Michael Mayer's 5.3.
Who is projected to score more this week, Mason Taylor or Michael Mayer?
Our Clutch Score projects Mason Taylor for 5.4 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 5.3 for Michael Mayer.
Who has the better matchup, Mason Taylor or Michael Mayer?
Mason Taylor plays at TEN (medium) and Michael Mayer hosts MIA (easy). Michael Mayer draws the more favorable matchup in Week 1.
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.