Start Michael Mayer or Theo Johnson?
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
TETheo JohnsonNYG · TE18Who to start
Slight leanMichael Mayer- Higher Clutch Score this week: 5.3 vs 4.6 projected points.
- Better matchup (vs MIA, Easy).
Michael Mayer and Theo Johnson are a Week 1 start/sit call at tight end. Michael Mayer hosts MIA (easy matchup) and Theo Johnson hosts DAL (medium matchup). The Clutch Score projects Michael Mayer for 5.3 PPR points to Theo Johnson's 4.6.
Start Michael Mayer on the softer matchup.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Mayer | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 5.3 | 4.6 |
| Baseline proj / game | 4.8 | 4.5 |
| Points / game (season) | 5.7 | 8.5 |
| Snap share | 57% | 87% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 13 |
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 Theo Johnson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Michael Mayer or Theo Johnson in Week 1?
Start Michael Mayer in Week 1, on the softer matchup. The Clutch Score projects 5.3 PPR points to Theo Johnson's 4.6.
Who is projected to score more this week, Michael Mayer or Theo Johnson?
Our Clutch Score projects Michael Mayer for 5.3 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 4.6 for Theo Johnson.
Who has the better matchup, Michael Mayer or Theo Johnson?
Michael Mayer hosts MIA (easy) and Theo Johnson hosts DAL (medium). 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.