Start Michael Mayer or Mike Gesicki?
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.
TEMichael MayerLV · TE37
TEMike GesickiCIN · TE40Who to start
Clear startMike Gesicki- Higher Clutch Score this week: 7.9 vs 5.3 projected points.
- In the higher-scoring game by Vegas odds.
- Stronger baseline projection (6.2 vs 4.8 pts/game).
Michael Mayer and Mike Gesicki are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Michael Mayer hosts MIA (easy matchup) and Mike Gesicki hosts TB (easy matchup). The Clutch Score projects Mike Gesicki for 7.9 PPR points to Michael Mayer's 5.3.
Start Mike Gesicki on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Mayer | Gesicki |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 5.3 | 7.9 |
| Baseline proj / game | 4.8 | 6.2 |
| Points / game (season) | 5.7 | 5.4 |
| Snap share | 57% | 38% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 7 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Michael Mayer vs Mike Gesicki comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Michael Mayer or Mike Gesicki in Week 1?
Start Mike Gesicki in Week 1, on the higher-scoring game and the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 7.9 PPR points to Michael Mayer's 5.3.
Who is projected to score more this week, Michael Mayer or Mike Gesicki?
Our Clutch Score projects Mike Gesicki for 7.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 5.3 for Michael Mayer.
Who has the better matchup, Michael Mayer or Mike Gesicki?
Michael Mayer hosts MIA (easy) and Mike Gesicki hosts TB (easy). Michael Mayer 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.