Seahawks tight end AJ Barner left off ESPN’s top 10 TE list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 10:14 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner did not make ESPN’s top 10 tight ends list for 2026. Barner had a productive 2025 season, amassing 519 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns, ranking fourth among tight ends for touchdowns. Despite solid contributions, he fell short of top 10 recognition, partly due to the run-heavy offense and competition from teammates. As the Seahawks prepare for the upcoming season, Barner may see an increase in targets if the team shifts to a more passing-oriented strategy, especially if Zach Charbonnet is sidelined.
- •AJ Barner had 519 receiving yards in 2025.
- •He ranked fourth among tight ends with six receiving touchdowns.
- •Barner's omission from the top 10 may only be temporary.
- •Rashid Shaheed's presence may impact Barner's targets.
- •The Seahawks may rely more on passing if Charbonnet is unavailable.
- 10:14 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks star AJ Barner snubbed from ESPN’s Top 10 TE list
"Seahawks star AJ Barner was not named on ESPN’s top 10 tight ends list for 2026, but may be a year away from garnering serious consideration.
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