AJ Barner shows potential for fantasy football breakout in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner is anticipated to improve his performance for fantasy football owners in 2026. After a successful 2025 season where he recorded 519 receiving yards and six touchdowns, Barner's role may evolve even further. While projections indicate a decrease to 432 receiving yards and four touchdowns next season, he was just three targets shy of being the second-most targeted receiver in Seattle's offense last year. Barner's off-season work will be crucial as the Seahawks' passing attack continues to feature Jaxon Smith-Njigba prominently. Should Barner secure more targets, he could exceed expectations in PPR leagues.
- •Barner achieved 519 receiving yards and six touchdowns in 2025.
- •He earned 147.3 fantasy points in PPR leagues last season.
- •Projections suggest a decrease in production for 2026.
- •Jaxon Smith-Njigba is expected to lead Seattle's passing attack again.
- •Barner's off-season efforts may increase his target share.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — AJ Barner should be a reliable fantasy football option for 2026
"Seahawks tight end AJ Barner has the potential to improve in 2026 to the benefit of fantasy football owners looking for a quality tight end.
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