Seahawks expect key contributions from tight end A.J. Barner in 2026

The Seattle Seahawks are gearing up for the 2026 season with tight end A.J. Barner anticipated to play a vital role. New offensive coordinator Brian Fleury is expected to boost Barner's impact within the offensive scheme. The team is also focusing on retaining key veterans, with significant salary cap space available. Reports indicate that the Seahawks could go the entire offseason without cutting any impactful players, aiming to build on last year's performance. The team concluded its minicamp and will now enter a six-week break before training camp resumes.

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