AJ Barner

Seattle Seahawks
Tight End #88

Personal

Age	23
Birthdate	May 3, 2002
Height	6'6"
Weight	251 lb

Draft

College	Michigan
Year	2024
Pick	Round: 4, Overall: 121
Team	SEA

Fantasy Value

Player News

AJ Barner: AJ Barner Coming Off a Big Year in Super Bowl-Winning Offense

Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner broke out as the overall TE14 in PPR leagues during his second pro season in 2025. Fully healthy for all 17 games, he racked up 52 catches, 519 yards, and six touchdowns in a Seahawks offense that ultimately won Super Bowl LX. Most importantly, he fended off rookie Elijah Arroyo. Before the year, it seemed like Arroyo might push to be the No. 1 tight end, but that never happened because Barner contributed at such a high level. Arroyo will get a little more involved in 2026, but we expect that Barner will remain the top tight end target for Sam Darnold, especially around the goal line. Not only is he trending up in dynasty leagues, but he's also an intriguing option in redraft leagues, especially for managers waiting to take their primary tight end until the later round of fantasy drafts. He'll likely open 2026 draft rankings just outside the top 12 tight ends, but he has top-10 upside.

Feb. 18, 2026 11:01 AM EST