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AJ Barner or Darren WallerWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

AJ Barner is a Seattle Seahawks tight end who averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025. Darren Waller is a Miami Dolphins tight end who averaged 9.6 fantasy points per game across 8 games in 2025. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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TESeattle Seahawks#22 TE
AJ Barner
PPG
7.1
Games
17
Rec
52
Rec Yds
519
Rec TDs
6
Targets
68
Bye
Week 11
TEMiami Dolphins#8 TE
Darren Waller
PPG
9.6
Games
8
Rec
24
Rec Yds
283
Rec TDs
6
Targets
34
Bye
Week 6

Detailed Stat Breakdown

AJ Barner vs Darren Waller: 2025 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAJ BarnerDarren Waller
PPG (Half-PPR)7.19.6
Games Played178
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)12177
Receptions5224
Rec/Game3.13.0
Receiving Yards519283
Rec Yds/Game30.535.4
Receiving TDs66
Targets6834
Target Share/Game4.04.3
Age2434
Experience1 yrs10 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start AJ Barner or Darren Waller in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for AJ Barner and Darren Waller is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, AJ Barner averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Darren Waller averaged 9.6.

Should I draft AJ Barner or Darren Waller in 2026 fantasy football?▾

AJ Barner averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025, and Darren Waller averaged 9.6 across 8. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did AJ Barner and Darren Waller average in 2025?▾

AJ Barner averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Darren Waller averaged 9.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 2.5 points per game.

When are AJ Barner and Darren Waller's bye weeks in 2026?▾

AJ Barner (SEA) has a bye in Week 11, and Darren Waller (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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